Canary Island Bananas
Synopsis
A short documentary made by Richard Leacock at the age of fourteen on his father’s banana plantation in the Canary Islands. Inspired by Soviet industrial films such as Turksib, the film traces the planting, harvesting, and preparation of bananas for shipment, using fluid pans and tilts to organize labor into a continuous visual sequence. Often cited as Leacock’s earliest completed film, it attracted the attention of Robert Flaherty and foreshadowed Leacock’s later observational documentary style.
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 10, 1935
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Richard Leacock
- Screenplay & Story
- Richard Leacock
- Original Title
- Canary Island Bananas
- Country of Origin
- Spain
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 12m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Richard Leacock
Richard Leacock
Department Leadership Roster
Richard Leacock
Director
Richard Leacock
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Canary Island Bananas.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Canary Island Bananas
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Canary Island Bananas about?
A short documentary made by Richard Leacock at the age of fourteen on his father’s banana plantation in the Canary Islands. Inspired by Soviet industrial films such as Turksib, the film traces the planting, harvesting, and preparation of bananas for shipment, using fluid pans and tilts to organize labor into a continuous visual sequence. Often cited as Leacock’s earliest completed film, it attracted the attention of Robert Flaherty and foreshadowed Leacock’s later observational documentary style.
Who directed Canary Island Bananas?
Canary Island Bananas was directed by Richard Leacock.
Who stars in Canary Island Bananas?
The principal cast of Canary Island Bananas includes Not specified.
When was Canary Island Bananas released and how long is it?
Canary Island Bananas was released in 1935 with a total runtime of 12m.