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Taking on Water

April 21, 2024 0h 39m

Released 2 years ago in 2024. Taking on Water is a documentary film. directed by Barbara Doran. At just 39 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Robert Chafe, Nancy Dahn, and Barbara Doran

Synopsis

In the fall of 2021 playwright Robert Chafe set out on an interview tour of eastern Newfoundland, asking residents of coastal communities why they live where they live, and how they might see their future. The responses offer a new way to think about the love, risk, and resilience of living on the edge of a changing ocean. Produced and directed by award-winning filmmaker Barbara Doran and Jerry McIntosh, Taking on Water takes the audience through the process of developing the musical-dramatic performance of the same name from local conversations about ocean and coastal change to final performances on the stage.

Quick Facts

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Release Date April 21, 2024 1 year ago
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Runtime 0h 39m 39 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

  • Morag Loves Company

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Taking on Water about?

In the fall of 2021 playwright Robert Chafe set out on an interview tour of eastern Newfoundland, asking residents of coastal communities why they live where they live, and how they might see their...

Who directed Taking on Water?

Taking on Water was directed by Barbara Doran.

How long is Taking on Water?

Taking on Water has a runtime of 0 hours and 39 minutes (39 minutes total).

When was Taking on Water released?

Taking on Water was released on April 21, 2024 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Taking on Water?

The main cast of Taking on Water includes Robert Chafe, Nancy Dahn, Barbara Doran, Louise Moyes, Randolph Peters.