Dreaming Rivers
Synopsis
A bittersweet and nostalgic short drama illustrating the spirit of modern families touched by the experience of migration. Miss T., from the Caribbean, lives alone in her one-room apartment, her children and husband having left her to pursue new dreams. When she dies her family and friends gather at her wake. The tapestry of words that interweave the drama convey the fragments of a life lived, but only partly remembered.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Martina Attille
- Original Score
- Shirley J. Thompson
- Original Title
- Dreaming Rivers
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 33m
- Production Studios
- Sankofa Film & Video
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Martina Attille
Shirley J. Thompson
Nina Kellgren
Esther Ronay
Department Leadership Roster
Shirley J. Thompson
Original Music Composer
Nina Kellgren
Director of Photography
Martina Attille
Director
Esther Ronay
Editor
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What is Dreaming Rivers about?
A bittersweet and nostalgic short drama illustrating the spirit of modern families touched by the experience of migration. Miss T., from the Caribbean, lives alone in her one-room apartment, her children and husband having left her to pursue new dreams. When she dies her family and friends gather at her wake. The tapestry of words that interweave the drama convey the fragments of a life lived, but only partly remembered.
Who directed Dreaming Rivers?
Dreaming Rivers was directed by Martina Attille.
Who stars in Dreaming Rivers?
The principal cast of Dreaming Rivers includes Corinne Skinner-Carter, Stefan Kalipha, Angela Wynter, Nimmy March, Roderick Hart.
When was Dreaming Rivers released and how long is it?
Dreaming Rivers was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 33m.
Who composed the musical score for Dreaming Rivers?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Dreaming Rivers was composed by Shirley J. Thompson.