Stones Have Laws
Originally released in 2019. Stones Have Laws is a documentary film. directed by Siebren de Haan.
Synopsis
An immersive initiation into the life of a Maroon community in the former Dutch colony of Suriname. Combining stories of African ancestral traditions and escaped slavery with enacted contemporary rituals, the film explores how the community’s powerful ties to the land have become endangered as industries threaten to devastate the region through deforestation and mining.
Quick Facts
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- NL
Production Companies
- Ideal Film
- seriousFilm
- VRIZA
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stones Have Laws about?
An immersive initiation into the life of a Maroon community in the former Dutch colony of Suriname. Combining stories of African ancestral traditions and escaped slavery with enacted contemporary r...
Who directed Stones Have Laws?
Stones Have Laws was directed by Siebren de Haan.
How long is Stones Have Laws?
Stones Have Laws has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).
When was Stones Have Laws released?
Stones Have Laws was released on October 10, 2019 in theaters.