In Praise of Hands
1974
27min
Documentary
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Overview
This short documentary pays tribute to the craftsmen everywhere whose work adds color and richness to life. Filmed in the Canadian Arctic, Finland, India, Nigeria, Japan, Mexico, and Poland, it shows the special skills of artisans working at their crafts - stone sculpture, pottery, ceramics, weaving, dyeing, puppet making, embroidery. Each indigenous skill is a reflection of the culture of the country.
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Who directed In Praise of Hands?
In Praise of Hands was directed by Donald Winkler.
How long is In Praise of Hands?
In Praise of Hands runs for 27min, and was released in 1974.
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