Finnish American Rag Rug Weavers
Synopsis
Between 1865 and 1920, Finnish immigrants brought traditional arts to America, including woven and braided rag rugs. As a hallmark of Finnish ethnic culture, rag rugs and their makers hold special places in the hearts of Finnish America. Cultural sociologist Michael Loukinen brings us into the homes and to the workrooms of traditional weavers in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. He portrays the interwoven world of cultural beliefs, aesthetic practices, and family history that each rug represents. From the treasured family-memory heirloom, from each carefully protected rug to its threadbare, tattered clump on a tractor seat, these rugs are an art form that embodies several Finnish American cultural values.
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Finnish American Rag Rug Weavers - Official Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-11-18
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Loukinen
- Original Title
- Finnish American Rag Rug Weavers
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Release Date
- 18/08/2019
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 53m
- Production Studios
- Up North Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Loukinen
Alex Maier
Michael Loukinen
Department Leadership Roster
Alex Maier
Editor
Michael Loukinen
Director
Michael Loukinen
Producer
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What is Finnish American Rag Rug Weavers about?
Between 1865 and 1920, Finnish immigrants brought traditional arts to America, including woven and braided rag rugs. As a hallmark of Finnish ethnic culture, rag rugs and their makers hold special places in the hearts of Finnish America. Cultural sociologist Michael Loukinen brings us into the homes and to the workrooms of traditional weavers in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. He portrays the interwoven world of cultural beliefs, aesthetic practices, and family history that each rug represents. From the treasured family-memory heirloom, from each carefully protected rug to its threadbare, tattered clump on a tractor seat, these rugs are an art form that embodies several Finnish American cultural values.
Who directed Finnish American Rag Rug Weavers?
Finnish American Rag Rug Weavers was directed by Michael Loukinen.
Who stars in Finnish American Rag Rug Weavers?
The principal cast of Finnish American Rag Rug Weavers includes Not specified.
When was Finnish American Rag Rug Weavers released and how long is it?
Finnish American Rag Rug Weavers was released in 2019 with a total runtime of 53m.