Writing the Land
Synopsis
In this short documentary, a Musqueam elder rediscovers his Native language and traditions in the city of Vancouver, in the vicinity of which the Musqueam people have lived for thousands of years. Writing the Land captures the ever-changing nature of a modern city - the glass and steel towers cut against the sky, grass, trees and a sudden flash of birds in flight and the enduring power of language to shape perception and create memory.
Top Cast
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kevin Lee Burton
- Screenplay & Story
- Kevin Lee Burton
- Original Score
- Leela Gilday, The Be Good Tanyas
- Original Title
- Writing the Land
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 8m
- Production Studios
- Writers Guild of Canada, ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kevin Lee Burton
Kevin Lee Burton
Leela Gilday, The Be Good Tanyas
Helen Haig-Brown, Eliot Piltz
Selwyn Jacob, Rina Fraticelli
Department Leadership Roster
Kevin Lee Burton
Director
Kevin Lee Burton
Writer
Selwyn Jacob
Producer
Helen Haig-Brown
Editor
Eliot Piltz
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Writing the Land.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Writing the Land
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Writing the Land about?
In this short documentary, a Musqueam elder rediscovers his Native language and traditions in the city of Vancouver, in the vicinity of which the Musqueam people have lived for thousands of years. Writing the Land captures the ever-changing nature of a modern city - the glass and steel towers cut against the sky, grass, trees and a sudden flash of birds in flight and the enduring power of language to shape perception and create memory.
Who directed Writing the Land?
Writing the Land was directed by Kevin Lee Burton.
Who stars in Writing the Land?
The principal cast of Writing the Land includes Larry Grant.
When was Writing the Land released and how long is it?
Writing the Land was released in 2007 with a total runtime of 8m.
Who composed the musical score for Writing the Land?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Writing the Land was composed by Leela Gilday, The Be Good Tanyas.