Closeness to the Land
Synopsis
In 2020, just as the pandemic was beginning, Gazala purchased land in western Ohio, on which sits a disused school building. This site allowed her to explore her complex relationship with “the land.” As the daughter of displaced indigenous Palestinians, she attempts to form a proxy bond with the earth, on ground that was stolen from the displaced indigenous Shawnee people. Closeness to the Land is video footage of hand-painted text signs that translate the word الأرض (ard) into six English words, displayed performatively in multiple locations to capture the now-invisible nature of indigenous culture in Ohio. These signs were installed on the old schoolhouse in early 2021.
Release History & Theatrical Window
21/05/2022
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mona Gazala
- Screenplay & Story
- Mona Gazala
- Original Title
- Closeness to the Land
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Release Date
- 21/05/2022
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 7m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mona Gazala
Mona Gazala
Department Leadership Roster
Mona Gazala
Director
Mona Gazala
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Closeness to the Land.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Closeness to the Land
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What is Closeness to the Land about?
In 2020, just as the pandemic was beginning, Gazala purchased land in western Ohio, on which sits a disused school building. This site allowed her to explore her complex relationship with “the land.” As the daughter of displaced indigenous Palestinians, she attempts to form a proxy bond with the earth, on ground that was stolen from the displaced indigenous Shawnee people. Closeness to the Land is video footage of hand-painted text signs that translate the word الأرض (ard) into six English words, displayed performatively in multiple locations to capture the now-invisible nature of indigenous culture in Ohio. These signs were installed on the old schoolhouse in early 2021.
Who directed Closeness to the Land?
Closeness to the Land was directed by Mona Gazala.
Who stars in Closeness to the Land?
The principal cast of Closeness to the Land includes Not specified.
When was Closeness to the Land released and how long is it?
Closeness to the Land was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 7m.