The Host
Originally released in 2015. The Host is a feature film. directed by Miranda Pennell. At just 60 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
While investigating her late parents’ involvement with the Anglo Iranian Oil Company (BP), the filmmaker comes across the letters of a petroleum geologist in Iran in the 1930s who was later to embark on a search for the origins of civilisation. The Host sets out on its own exploration, to decipher signs from the fragmented images buried in the BP archive. This journey through the past interweaves a number of stories drawn from both personal memory and the records of an imperial history, which builds a picture of a 20th-century colonial encounter. The Host is a personal essay film about the stories we tell about ourselves and others, the facts and fictions we live by, and their consequences. Followed by a discussion with Miranda Pennell.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 15, 2015
10 years ago
Runtime
1h 0m
60 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Host about?
While investigating her late parents’ involvement with the Anglo Iranian Oil Company (BP), the filmmaker comes across the letters of a petroleum geologist in Iran in the 1930s who was later to em...
Who directed The Host?
The Host was directed by Miranda Pennell.
How long is The Host?
The Host has a runtime of 1 hours and 0 minutes (60 minutes total).
When was The Host released?
The Host was released on October 15, 2015 in theaters.