Vertigo Sea
Synopsis
Vertigo Sea is a three-screen film installation that explores what Ralph Waldo Emerson calls 'the sublime seas'. Fusing archival material, readings from classical sources and newly shot footage, Akomfrah's piece focuses on the disorder and cruelty of the whaling industry and juxtaposes it with scenes of many generations of migrants making epic crossings of the ocean for a better life.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Akomfrah
- Original Title
- Vertigo Sea
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 48m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Akomfrah
Department Leadership Roster
John Akomfrah
Director
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What is Vertigo Sea about?
Vertigo Sea is a three-screen film installation that explores what Ralph Waldo Emerson calls 'the sublime seas'. Fusing archival material, readings from classical sources and newly shot footage, Akomfrah's piece focuses on the disorder and cruelty of the whaling industry and juxtaposes it with scenes of many generations of migrants making epic crossings of the ocean for a better life.
Who directed Vertigo Sea?
Vertigo Sea was directed by John Akomfrah.
Who stars in Vertigo Sea?
The principal cast of Vertigo Sea includes Not specified.
When was Vertigo Sea released and how long is it?
Vertigo Sea was released in 2015 with a total runtime of 48m.