Fossil
Synopsis
The village women of Mambai in Bali, Indonesia collect sand and stone from the river. Each woman sells what she has gathered for construction material. But the river is more than a place to work. It is a place to bathe, wash clothes, laugh and tell stories. "Fossil" is a collaborative performance piece crated by David Bronstein, Debbie Crowell, Ed Mitchell, Lynne Sachs, and Gede Tjok. The dance evolved through discussion and movement exercises as a collective response to the images from Mambai. This project was supported by an artist-in-residence grant from Downtown Community Television (New York, NY).
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 17, 1986
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lynne Sachs
- Original Title
- Fossil
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 12m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lynne Sachs
Department Leadership Roster
Lynne Sachs
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Fossil.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fossil
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What is Fossil about?
The village women of Mambai in Bali, Indonesia collect sand and stone from the river. Each woman sells what she has gathered for construction material. But the river is more than a place to work. It is a place to bathe, wash clothes, laugh and tell stories. "Fossil" is a collaborative performance piece crated by David Bronstein, Debbie Crowell, Ed Mitchell, Lynne Sachs, and Gede Tjok. The dance evolved through discussion and movement exercises as a collective response to the images from Mambai. This project was supported by an artist-in-residence grant from Downtown Community Television (New York, NY).
Who directed Fossil?
Fossil was directed by Lynne Sachs.
Who stars in Fossil?
The principal cast of Fossil includes Not specified.
When was Fossil released and how long is it?
Fossil was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 12m.