Basketmaker
Basketmaker is a documentary film. directed by Jack Ofield. At just 7 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Elizabeth Proper
Synopsis
Filmmaker Jack Ofield writes "Elizabeth Proper lived all of her life in the Taconic Hills of eastern New York State. She harvested her own white oak to make her baskets. She was in her 'forties when I filmed her in 1972 and had a six-year-old daughter. There had been a community of basket makers in the region, but she was the only one left." Jack: “We lived near Hudson, NY and one day I saw these beautiful split white oak baskets in a store window and learned who made them. Elizabeth Proper lived nearby. I called upon her four or five times to ask about filming, but she said no through a crack in the door. Finally, she said yes, ‘just to get rid of you."
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Basketmaker about?
Filmmaker Jack Ofield writes "Elizabeth Proper lived all of her life in the Taconic Hills of eastern New York State. She harvested her own white oak to make her baskets. She was in her 'forties whe...
Who directed Basketmaker?
Basketmaker was directed by Jack Ofield.
How long is Basketmaker?
Basketmaker has a runtime of 0 hours and 7 minutes (7 minutes total).
Who are the main actors in Basketmaker?
The main cast of Basketmaker includes Elizabeth Proper.