The Task of the Translator
Synopsis
Lynne Sachs pays homage to Walter Benjamin’s essay "The Task of the Translator" through three studies of the human body. First, she listens to the musings of a wartime doctor grappling with the task of a kind-of cosmetic surgery for corpses. Second, she witnesses a group of Classics scholars confronted with the haunting yet whimsical task of translating a newspaper article on Iraqi burial rituals into Latin. Finally, she turns to a radio news report on human remains.
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 2010
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lynne Sachs
- Original Title
- The Task of the Translator
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 10m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lynne Sachs
Department Leadership Roster
Lynne Sachs
Director
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What is The Task of the Translator about?
Lynne Sachs pays homage to Walter Benjamin’s essay "The Task of the Translator" through three studies of the human body. First, she listens to the musings of a wartime doctor grappling with the task of a kind-of cosmetic surgery for corpses. Second, she witnesses a group of Classics scholars confronted with the haunting yet whimsical task of translating a newspaper article on Iraqi burial rituals into Latin. Finally, she turns to a radio news report on human remains.
Who directed The Task of the Translator?
The Task of the Translator was directed by Lynne Sachs.
Who stars in The Task of the Translator?
The principal cast of The Task of the Translator includes Not specified.
When was The Task of the Translator released and how long is it?
The Task of the Translator was released in 2010 with a total runtime of 10m.