Tree Identification for Beginners
Synopsis
In the turbulent summer of 1966, the artist’s mother, a 20-year-old Moroccan student-socialist, was one of some 50 'Young African Leaders' invited on a State Department-sponsored propaganda tour of the USA. In this film, Barrada interweaves events of political history with her own family stories and myths. These 'sediments of history' come together here through archives, reports, and journals. The colourful, abstract 16mm stop-motion animation was made with the educational tools that are used for Montessori education.
Release History & Theatrical Window
International Film Festival Rotterdam
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Yto Barrada
- Original Title
- Tree Identification for Beginners
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 35m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Yto Barrada
Department Leadership Roster
Yto Barrada
Director
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What is Tree Identification for Beginners about?
In the turbulent summer of 1966, the artist’s mother, a 20-year-old Moroccan student-socialist, was one of some 50 'Young African Leaders' invited on a State Department-sponsored propaganda tour of the USA. In this film, Barrada interweaves events of political history with her own family stories and myths. These 'sediments of history' come together here through archives, reports, and journals. The colourful, abstract 16mm stop-motion animation was made with the educational tools that are used for Montessori education.
Who directed Tree Identification for Beginners?
Tree Identification for Beginners was directed by Yto Barrada.
Who stars in Tree Identification for Beginners?
The principal cast of Tree Identification for Beginners includes Not specified.
When was Tree Identification for Beginners released and how long is it?
Tree Identification for Beginners was released in 2018 with a total runtime of 35m.