Belfast, Maine

Oct 1 1999 N/A 4h 5m
Documentary

BELFAST, MAINE is a film about ordinary experience in a beautiful old New England port city. It is a portrait of daily life with particular emphasis on the work and the cultural life of the community. Among the activities shown in the film are the work of lobstermen, tug-boat operators, factory workers, shop owners, city counselors, doctors, judges, policemen, teachers, social workers, nurses and ministers. Cultural activities include choir rehearsal, dance class, music lessons and theatre production.

Plot

Shot in Frederick Wiseman's trademark blank style - no narration, no music, and minimal editing - this four hour documentary follows a cross-section of the small Maine city's workers, from lobstermen and tugboat operators working the picturesque coast to teachers, hospital workers and shopkeepers in the sleepy downtown center.

Written by

N/A

Directed by

Frederick Wiseman

Cast

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Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

Zipporah Films, Belfast Inc.

Languages

English

Awards

2 wins & 2 nominations

Scores
# of Votes
335
Average Rating
8.1 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA