The Darkness of Day (2009)

The Darkness of Day is a haunting meditation on suicide. It is comprised entirely of found 16mm footage that had been discarded. The sadness, the isolation, and the desire to escape are recorded on film in various contexts. Voice-over readings from the journal kept by a brother of the filmmaker’s friend who committed suicide in 1990 intermix with a range of compelling stories, from the poignant double suicide of an elderly American couple to a Japanese teenager who jumped into a volcano, spawning over a thousand imitations. While this is a serious exploration of a cultural taboo, its lyrical qualities invite the viewer to approach the subject with understanding and compassion.

Director: Jay Rosenblatt
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 26 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Erik Ian Walker
Editing: Jay Rosenblatt
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

collage, short film

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Darkness of Day about?
The Darkness of Day is a haunting meditation on suicide. It is comprised entirely of found 16mm footage that had been discarded. The sadness, the isolation, and the desire to escape are recorded on film in various contexts. Voice-over readings from the journal kept by a brother of the filmmaker’s friend who committed suicide in 1990 intermix with a range of compelling stories, from the poignant double suicide of an elderly American couple to a Japanese teenager who jumped into a volcano, spawning over a thousand imitations. While this is a serious exploration of a cultural taboo, its lyrical qualities invite the viewer to approach the subject with understanding and compassion.
Who directed The Darkness of Day?
The Darkness of Day was directed by Jay Rosenblatt.
Who stars in The Darkness of Day?
The Darkness of Day stars Beverly Berning, Richard J. Silberg.
How long is The Darkness of Day?
The Darkness of Day has a runtime of 26m (26 minutes).
What genre is The Darkness of Day?
The Darkness of Day is a Documentary film.
Where was The Darkness of Day produced?
The Darkness of Day was produced in United States of America.