In Praise of Hands

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.

Release Date

January 1, 1974

Status

Released

Original Title

In Praise of Hands

Runtime

27min

Budget

Revenue

Language

English

Production Companies

ONF | NFBWorld Crafts Council