Alaska
Synopsis
Alaska is the visual artifact of a two-week trip, in 1976, to Homer, Alaska, where my sister was marrying the son of a homesteader. Many of the issues that drove Concern for the City are present in this film, which preceded and inspired it. As compared to New York City, the setting for Concern, Alaska is a place where nature still overwhelms and has to be respected, where man and his works remain just a tiny dot on the rugged landscape. This is changing, of course, and the Alaska mindset is to try to control, vanquish and feed from the natural environment. Yet it is a far more even contest in the north.
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1980
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Peter von Ziegesar
- Original Title
- Alaska
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 10m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Peter von Ziegesar
Peter von Ziegesar
Department Leadership Roster
Peter von Ziegesar
Director
Peter von Ziegesar
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Alaska.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Alaska
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Alaska about?
Alaska is the visual artifact of a two-week trip, in 1976, to Homer, Alaska, where my sister was marrying the son of a homesteader. Many of the issues that drove Concern for the City are present in this film, which preceded and inspired it. As compared to New York City, the setting for Concern, Alaska is a place where nature still overwhelms and has to be respected, where man and his works remain just a tiny dot on the rugged landscape. This is changing, of course, and the Alaska mindset is to try to control, vanquish and feed from the natural environment. Yet it is a far more even contest in the north.
Who directed Alaska?
Alaska was directed by Peter von Ziegesar.
Who stars in Alaska?
The principal cast of Alaska includes Not specified.
When was Alaska released and how long is it?
Alaska was released in 1980 with a total runtime of 10m.