Daughters of the Dust [1991]

About this episode

Jackie and Greg discuss Julie Dash's film DAUGHTERS OF THE DUST, exploring its cultural significance and visual style.

Jackie and Greg visit the beach one last time for Julie Dash's DAUGHTERS OF THE DUST from 1991. Topics of discussion include a history of the Gullah/Geechee community, its stunning cinematography, and Dash's aesthetic touch. #60 on Sight & Sound's 2022 "The Greatest Films of All Time" list.  https://www.bfi.org.uk/sight-and-sound/greatest-films-all-time Check us out on Instagram: instagram.com/sceneandheardpod Graphic Design: Molly Pinto Music: Andrew Cox Editing: Greg Kleinschmidt Get in touch at hello@sceneandheardpod.com

People in this episode

Hosts: Jackie, Greg

Topics covered

• Gullah/Geechee community
• cinematography
• Julie Dash
• film history
• aesthetic analysis

Keywords

• Daughters of the Dust
• Julie Dash
• Gullah
• cinematography
• film review
• Sight & Sound
• 1991 film

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Sight & Sound, BFI

Books & works: DAUGHTERS OF THE DUST

Places: Gullah/Geechee

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