Four Nocturnes
Synopsis
Commissioned for the inaugural Ghana pavilion at the Venice Biennale, Four Nocturnes (2019) forms the third part of a trilogy of films including the renowned Vertigo Sea (2015) and Purple (2017) that explore the complex intertwined relationship between humanity’s destruction of the natural world and our destruction of ourselves. Using Africa’s declining elephant populations as its narrative spine, Four Nocturnes questions mortality, loss, fragmented identity, mythology and memory through poetic visuals that survey the landscape of African cultural heritage.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Akomfrah
- Original Title
- Four Nocturnes
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Smoking Dog Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Akomfrah
Department Leadership Roster
John Akomfrah
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Four Nocturnes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Four Nocturnes
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Four Nocturnes about?
Commissioned for the inaugural Ghana pavilion at the Venice Biennale, Four Nocturnes (2019) forms the third part of a trilogy of films including the renowned Vertigo Sea (2015) and Purple (2017) that explore the complex intertwined relationship between humanity’s destruction of the natural world and our destruction of ourselves. Using Africa’s declining elephant populations as its narrative spine, Four Nocturnes questions mortality, loss, fragmented identity, mythology and memory through poetic visuals that survey the landscape of African cultural heritage.
Who directed Four Nocturnes?
Four Nocturnes was directed by John Akomfrah.
Who stars in Four Nocturnes?
The principal cast of Four Nocturnes includes Not specified.
When was Four Nocturnes released and how long is it?
Four Nocturnes was released in 2019 with a total runtime of 50m.