Black Kites
Synopsis
Based on 1992 journals of Bosnian visual artist Alma Hajric who was forced into a basement shelter to survive the siege of Sarajevo, Black Kites skillfully merges the reality-based content of her journal with interpretive visual material to reveal the simple, sometimes beautiful, yet brutal truth of her existence. Non-linear, dreamlike and spectral, Black Kites is a testament to artistry, imagination and the resiliency of the human psyche. Features sensitive performances by Steve Buscemi, Mimi Goese and Mira Furlan, a prominent actress from the former Yugoslavia, as the narrator.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
July 18, 1996
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jo Andres
- Screenplay & Story
- Jo Andres
- Original Score
- Hahn Rowe
- Original Title
- Black Kites
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 26m
- Production Studios
- Open City Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jo Andres
Jo Andres
Hahn Rowe
Lisa Rinzler
Jo Andres
Joana Vicente, Jason Kliot
Department Leadership Roster
Lisa Rinzler
Director of Photography
Jo Andres
Writer
Jo Andres
Editor
Jo Andres
Director
Joana Vicente
Producer
Jason Kliot
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Black Kites
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What is Black Kites about?
Based on 1992 journals of Bosnian visual artist Alma Hajric who was forced into a basement shelter to survive the siege of Sarajevo, Black Kites skillfully merges the reality-based content of her journal with interpretive visual material to reveal the simple, sometimes beautiful, yet brutal truth of her existence. Non-linear, dreamlike and spectral, Black Kites is a testament to artistry, imagination and the resiliency of the human psyche. Features sensitive performances by Steve Buscemi, Mimi Goese and Mira Furlan, a prominent actress from the former Yugoslavia, as the narrator.
Who directed Black Kites?
Black Kites was directed by Jo Andres.
Who stars in Black Kites?
The principal cast of Black Kites includes Steve Buscemi, Mira Furlan, Mimi Goese, Lucian Buscemi, Maryette Charlton.
When was Black Kites released and how long is it?
Black Kites was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 26m.
Who composed the musical score for Black Kites?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Black Kites was composed by Hahn Rowe.