Nu'tka'
Synopsis
Nu•tka• utilizes image bifurcation to explore the history of colonialization on Vancouver Island, where English and Spanish fleets battled over trade routes in the 18th century. Films of the landscape—the only imagery shown—are superimposed on one screen so that the footage appears doubled. This formal effect is echoed by the soundtrack, which includes excerpts from the sea captains’ diaries, which become increasingly paranoid and irrational. At key moments in the narrative all visual and verbal elements meld together in exquisite clarity.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Stan Douglas
- Original Title
- Nu'tka'
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 7m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Stan Douglas
Department Leadership Roster
Stan Douglas
Director
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What is Nu'tka' about?
Nu•tka• utilizes image bifurcation to explore the history of colonialization on Vancouver Island, where English and Spanish fleets battled over trade routes in the 18th century. Films of the landscape—the only imagery shown—are superimposed on one screen so that the footage appears doubled. This formal effect is echoed by the soundtrack, which includes excerpts from the sea captains’ diaries, which become increasingly paranoid and irrational. At key moments in the narrative all visual and verbal elements meld together in exquisite clarity.
Who directed Nu'tka'?
Nu'tka' was directed by Stan Douglas.
Who stars in Nu'tka'?
The principal cast of Nu'tka' includes Not specified.
When was Nu'tka' released and how long is it?
Nu'tka' was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 7m.