Measures of Distance(1988)
Measures of Distance Synopsis
In this video, the artist tries to overcome the effects of distance, and reflects on geography represented in exile due to war, and on the psychological distance represented in each one’s approach to her womanhood. The video beautifully weaves personal images and audio recordings of a very intimate nature, binding the personal with the political. Reading aloud from letters sent by her mother in Beirut, Hatoum creates a visual montage reflecting her feelings of separation and isolation from her Palestinian family. The personal and political are inextricably bound in a narrative that explores personal and family identity against a backdrop of traumatic social rupture, exile and displacement.
Measures of Distance (1988) is a documentary film directed by Mona Hatoum, released on January 1, 1988 with a runtime of 15m. Viewers rate it 6.7 out of 10 across 6 ratings.
- Director:
- Mona Hatoum
- Production:
- Western Front Video
- Status:
- Released
Measures of Distance Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.7/10 from 6 ratings.
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Measures of Distance was released on January 1, 1988 and runs for 15m.
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Measures of Distance (1988) holds an average rating of 6.7 out of 10 from 6 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.