B/Side
Synopsis
B/Side is a poignant and intelligent exploration of the urban homeless, combining sensitive footage of their exterior situation and entering imaginatively into interior deliriums. Framed by footage of the encampment locally known as Dinkinsville on New York's Lower East Side, where some of the homeless of Thompkins Square Park settled after the riots of June 1991, the movie begins with the encampment's first night and ends with the fire and subsequent destruction of the lot in October of the same year. Applying rhythmic construction, poetic license and a generous eye to bodies in poverty, B/side documents beautifully a gritty vision of late 20th century urban life. —Kurzfilmtage - international short film festival Oberhausen
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1996
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Abigail Child
- Original Title
- B/Side
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 37m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Abigail Child
Department Leadership Roster
Abigail Child
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for B/Side.
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Frequently Asked Questions About B/Side
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is B/Side about?
B/Side is a poignant and intelligent exploration of the urban homeless, combining sensitive footage of their exterior situation and entering imaginatively into interior deliriums. Framed by footage of the encampment locally known as Dinkinsville on New York's Lower East Side, where some of the homeless of Thompkins Square Park settled after the riots of June 1991, the movie begins with the encampment's first night and ends with the fire and subsequent destruction of the lot in October of the same year. Applying rhythmic construction, poetic license and a generous eye to bodies in poverty, B/side documents beautifully a gritty vision of late 20th century urban life. —Kurzfilmtage - international short film festival Oberhausen
Who directed B/Side?
B/Side was directed by Abigail Child.
Who stars in B/Side?
The principal cast of B/Side includes Not specified.
When was B/Side released and how long is it?
B/Side was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 37m.