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19861h 20m

Quartet for deafblind

Synopsis

Examines the lives of deaf and blind children in a special wing of an institution in Amhearst, Nova Scotia. Shot during a month in residence at the school and edited over two years, the tape carefully observes and records the relationship these children have with each other, with their wards and with the artist himself. A thoughtful evocative study, with no voice-over commentary or "explanation."

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Norman Cohn
Original Title
Quartet for deafblind
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 20m

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Norman Cohn

Department Leadership Roster

Norman Cohn

Director

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Frequently Asked Questions About Quartet for deafblind

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Quartet for deafblind about?

Examines the lives of deaf and blind children in a special wing of an institution in Amhearst, Nova Scotia. Shot during a month in residence at the school and edited over two years, the tape carefully observes and records the relationship these children have with each other, with their wards and with the artist himself. A thoughtful evocative study, with no voice-over commentary or "explanation."

Who directed Quartet for deafblind?

Quartet for deafblind was directed by Norman Cohn.

Who stars in Quartet for deafblind?

The principal cast of Quartet for deafblind includes Not specified.

When was Quartet for deafblind released and how long is it?

Quartet for deafblind was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.