A Safe Distance
Originally released in 1986. A Safe Distance is a documentary film. directed by Tina Horne. At just 27 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Holly Dressel and Michèle Magny
Synopsis
The short documentary looks at some innovative approaches to providing services and accommodation for battered women in rural, northern, and Native communities. Filmed in Thompson and Portage La Prairie, Manitoba, and West Bay Reserve, Ontario, the film introduces the women who operate and use various types of accommodation such as transition houses, transition apartments, and safe houses. The shelter on West Bay Reserve is singled out as a project that was built by women for women to stand as a reminder that the Reserve will not tolerate violence against women. A Safe Distance is part of the The Next Step, a 3-film series about the services needed by and available to battered women.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1986
40 years ago
Runtime
0h 27m
27 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
Canada
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- ONF | NFB
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Safe Distance about?
The short documentary looks at some innovative approaches to providing services and accommodation for battered women in rural, northern, and Native communities. Filmed in Thompson and Portage La Pr...
Who directed A Safe Distance?
A Safe Distance was directed by Tina Horne.
How long is A Safe Distance?
A Safe Distance has a runtime of 0 hours and 27 minutes (27 minutes total).
When was A Safe Distance released?
A Safe Distance was released on January 1, 1986 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Safe Distance?
The main cast of A Safe Distance includes Holly Dressel, Michèle Magny.