This magnus opus is a domestic symphony from a woman's point of view, the portrait of a grandmother, mother and child and their home. The women and their personal objects are mostly seen alone or relating to one another (except for touching scenes of the grandmother and grandfather together). A key aspect of "Red Shift" is the reading of selections from Calamity Jane's "Diaries", the most narrative aspect of the film. The Diaries are read against activities seen through a window, life passing by (people walking in winter, a river flowing). They tell how Jane lost her daughter and had to survive by using her talents to act like a tough and physically competitive man.
Red Shift
A poignant film that explores the intimate relationships between a grandmother, mother, and child within the confines of their home. The story unfolds through the lens of a woman's perspective, where the women and their personal belongings are often depicted in solitude or in interaction wit...
