Gifts
The film Gifts, originated from eight objects that were traditionally given in England, to welcome a new child into the world: Egg, Coal, Evergreen, Salt, Candle, Bread, Coin and Silver. Each symbolic gift has been the theme of a public event, created by Artist Clare Whistler, in collaboration with leading artists, musicians, poets and documented from 2005-2015 by established filmmakers. Gifts is an interpretation of the eight events, directed by Nichola Bruce.
- Runtime
- 1h 5m
- Released
- 2016
Details
Release year: 2016
Storyline
The film Gifts, originated from eight objects that were traditionally given in England, to welcome a new child into the world: Egg, Coal, Evergreen, Salt, Candle, Bread, Coin and Silver. Each symbolic gift has been the theme of a public event, created by Artist Clare Whistler, in collaboration with leading artists, musicians, poets and documented from 2005-2015 by established filmmakers. Gifts is an interpretation of the eight events, directed by Nichola Bruce.
Top credits
- Clare Whistler — Artist
- Sophia Campeau-Ferman — Performer (segment "Coal for Heat")
- Laura Gwynne — Performer (segment "A Silver Ring for Love throughout Life")
- Jen Mitas — Performer (segment "Egg for Life")