The Arc of Oblivion (2023)

What can be saved in a universe that erases its tracks?

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"The Arc of Oblivion" explores a quirk of humankind: in a universe that erases its tracks, we humans are hellbent on leaving a trace. Set against the backdrop of the filmmaker's quixotic quest to build an ark in a field in Maine, the film heads far afield - to salt mines in the Alps, fjords in the Arctic, and ancient libraries in the Sahara - to illuminate the strange world of archives, record-keeping, and memory.

Director: Ian Cheney
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 98 min
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Production: Sandbox Films, Wicked Delicate Films
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en

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More Films by Director: Ian Cheney
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Arc of Oblivion about?
"The Arc of Oblivion" explores a quirk of humankind: in a universe that erases its tracks, we humans are hellbent on leaving a trace. Set against the backdrop of the filmmaker's quixotic quest to build an ark in a field in Maine, the film heads far afield - to salt mines in the Alps, fjords in the Arctic, and ancient libraries in the Sahara - to illuminate the strange world of archives, record-keeping, and memory.
Who directed The Arc of Oblivion?
The Arc of Oblivion was directed by Ian Cheney.
Who stars in The Arc of Oblivion?
The Arc of Oblivion stars Werner Herzog, Kirsten Johnson.
How long is The Arc of Oblivion?
The Arc of Oblivion has a runtime of 1h 38m (98 minutes).
What genre is The Arc of Oblivion?
The Arc of Oblivion is a Documentary film.
Where was The Arc of Oblivion produced?
The Arc of Oblivion was produced in United States of America.