News from Home
"Write to me, it’s all I ask."
Originally released in 1977. News from Home is a documentary film. directed by Chantal Akerman. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Chantal Akerman
Synopsis
Belgian filmmaker Chantal Akerman lives in New York. Filmed images of the City accompany texts of Akerman's loving mother back home in Brussels. The City comes more and more to the front while the words of the mother, read by Akerman herself, gradually fade away.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 20, 1977
48 years ago
Runtime
1h 29m
89 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Good (86 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
Belgium
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Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- ZDF
- Paradise Films
- Unité Trois
- INA
Frequently Asked Questions
What is News from Home about?
Belgian filmmaker Chantal Akerman lives in New York. Filmed images of the City accompany texts of Akerman's loving mother back home in Brussels. The City comes more and more to the front while the ...
Who directed News from Home?
News from Home was directed by Chantal Akerman.
How long is News from Home?
News from Home has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).
When was News from Home released?
News from Home was released on May 20, 1977 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in News from Home?
The main cast of News from Home includes Chantal Akerman.