Distant Islands movie poster

Distant Islands

January 1, 1981 0h 6m

Originally released in 1981. Distant Islands is a animation film. directed by Bettina Maylone. At just 6 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Nettie Wild

Synopsis

This short animation uses appliqué and embroidered tapestries to recall a young girl's happy summers spent sailing with her family off the coast of British Columbia. Each tapestry, meticulously stitched by hand with brightly coloured yarns, evokes the memory of leisurely days at sea, drifting among the islands.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 1, 1981 45 years ago
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Runtime 0h 6m 6 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country Canada Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • ONF | NFB

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Distant Islands about?

This short animation uses appliqué and embroidered tapestries to recall a young girl's happy summers spent sailing with her family off the coast of British Columbia. Each tapestry, meticulously st...

Who directed Distant Islands?

Distant Islands was directed by Bettina Maylone.

How long is Distant Islands?

Distant Islands has a runtime of 0 hours and 6 minutes (6 minutes total).

When was Distant Islands released?

Distant Islands was released on January 1, 1981 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Distant Islands?

The main cast of Distant Islands includes Nettie Wild.