From the Pole to the Equator
Originally released in 1987. From the Pole to the Equator is a documentary film. directed by Yervant Gianikian.
Starring Raimondo Franchetti
Synopsis
The title Dal polo all'equatore was first used by the pioneering documentary maker, Luca Comerio, for a compilation film of 1925; it was used again by Yervant Gianikian and Angela Ricci Lucchi for their film of 1985. Much of the original has been re-worked: the 'found footage' has been re-shot, slowed down, tinted, and re-edited with a sound track of minimalist composition. As a result, the exotica of colonial travel and sport take on new and sinister meanings. The acts of violence, especially those of hunting, recur in patterns that suggest visually that war is a logical development. A close examination of the work, starting with the opening sequence of a railway journey, explores the centrality of questions of memory and history to this remarkable and influential film.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 19, 1987
38 years ago
Runtime
1h 36m
96 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (5 votes)
Language
Italian
Original language
Country
Germany
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
Production Companies
- Gianikian-Ricci Lucchi
- ZDF
Frequently Asked Questions
What is From the Pole to the Equator about?
The title Dal polo all'equatore was first used by the pioneering documentary maker, Luca Comerio, for a compilation film of 1925; it was used again by Yervant Gianikian and Angela Ricci Lucchi for ...
Who directed From the Pole to the Equator?
From the Pole to the Equator was directed by Yervant Gianikian.
How long is From the Pole to the Equator?
From the Pole to the Equator has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).
When was From the Pole to the Equator released?
From the Pole to the Equator was released on September 19, 1987 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in From the Pole to the Equator?
The main cast of From the Pole to the Equator includes Raimondo Franchetti.