Blind Country
Originally released in 1989. Blind Country is a comedy/fantasy film. directed by Ericka Beckman. At just 21 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Mike Kelley, Bob Gibson, and Aura Rosenberg
Synopsis
This collaborative video project is based on a short story by H.G. Wells called "The Country of the Blind"—about a man who travels to a country of blind people and attempts to dominate their sensual, feminine culture with his male, sight-derived power. Following this theme, "Blind Country" begins with animated fruit dancing over Mike Kelley's body and the admonition of "Northerners" to "refill the quickly emptying sack." In the male-dominated land of the North, candy-spurting pinatas stand as phallic symbols. Presumably castrated, and stripped of his authority, Kelley acts the buffoon as he is led through the murky land of the South, a "female," earthy, "realm of the senses" opposing the phallocentric world of the North.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1989
37 years ago
Runtime
0h 21m
21 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blind Country about?
This collaborative video project is based on a short story by H.G. Wells called "The Country of the Blind"—about a man who travels to a country of blind people and attempts to dominate their sens...
Who directed Blind Country?
Blind Country was directed by Ericka Beckman.
How long is Blind Country?
Blind Country has a runtime of 0 hours and 21 minutes (21 minutes total).
When was Blind Country released?
Blind Country was released on January 1, 1989 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Blind Country?
The main cast of Blind Country includes Mike Kelley, Bob Gibson, Aura Rosenberg, Lolly Lincoln, Amanda Katz.