Diving Women of Jeju-do
Synopsis
Jeju-do is the largest of Korean islands and lies between Korea and Japan. There, for hundreds of years, women dive without breathing apparatus, to the ocean floor and collect shellfish, octopus, and urchins that they sell. The divers are in their sixties and seventies and their daughters do not want to inherit their work, lifestyle, and health problems that go with diving. As a filmmaker I was privileged to meet many of these women and dive with them. Their stories of hardship and pride confirmed my desire to record this unique and ancient tradition.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2010-06-04
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January 1, 2007
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Barbara Hammer
- Original Title
- Diving Women of Jeju-do
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Korean
- Runtime
- 25m
- Production Studios
- Barbara Hammer Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Barbara Hammer
Barbara Hammer
Barbara Hammer
Department Leadership Roster
Barbara Hammer
Producer
Barbara Hammer
Director
Barbara Hammer
Director of Photography
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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What is Diving Women of Jeju-do about?
Jeju-do is the largest of Korean islands and lies between Korea and Japan. There, for hundreds of years, women dive without breathing apparatus, to the ocean floor and collect shellfish, octopus, and urchins that they sell. The divers are in their sixties and seventies and their daughters do not want to inherit their work, lifestyle, and health problems that go with diving. As a filmmaker I was privileged to meet many of these women and dive with them. Their stories of hardship and pride confirmed my desire to record this unique and ancient tradition.
Who directed Diving Women of Jeju-do?
Diving Women of Jeju-do was directed by Barbara Hammer.
Who stars in Diving Women of Jeju-do?
The principal cast of Diving Women of Jeju-do includes Barbara Hammer.
When was Diving Women of Jeju-do released and how long is it?
Diving Women of Jeju-do was released in 2007 with a total runtime of 25m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Diving Women of Jeju-do?
Diving Women of Jeju-do holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).