Sink or Swim(1990)
Sink or Swim Synopsis
Through a series of twenty six short stories, a girl describes the childhood events that shaped her ideas about fatherhood, family relations, work and play. As the stories unfold, a dual portrait emerges: that of a father who cared more for his career than for his family, and of a daughter who was deeply affected by his behavior. Working in counterpoint to the forceful text are sensual black and white images that depict both the extraordinary and ordinary events of daily life. Together, they create a formally complex and emotionally intense film.
Sink or Swim (1990) is a documentary film directed by Su Friedrich, released on September 30, 1990 with a runtime of 48m. It stars Jessica Meyerson. Viewers rate it 6.4 out of 10 across 15 ratings.
- Director:
- Su Friedrich
- Writers:
- Su Friedrich
- Cinematographer:
- Su Friedrich
- Production:
- Downstream Productions
- Status:
- Released
Sink or Swim Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by Su Friedrich, written by Su Friedrich.
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Sink or Swim Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.4/10 from 15 ratings.
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Sink or Swim – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in Sink or Swim?
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The main cast of Sink or Swim (1990) includes Jessica Meyerson. The film was directed by Su Friedrich. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Sink or Swim released?
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Sink or Swim was released on September 30, 1990 and runs for 48m.
Is Sink or Swim worth watching?
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Sink or Swim (1990) holds an average rating of 6.4 out of 10 from 15 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.