Earthquake
"Eyewitness accounts of New Zealand's most devastating earthquake in modern times"
Originally released in 2006. Earthquake is a documentary film. directed by Gaylene Preston. At just 45 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
The Hawke’s Bay earthquake was New Zealand’s worst civil disaster. Over 250 people died following the 7.8 quake on 3 February 1931. In this full-length documentary, director Gaylene Preston (Hope and Wire) gathers eyewitness accounts from survivors, including kuia Hana Lyola Cotter, who recounts joining the rescue effort as a teen, poet Lauris Edmond, and a student from Greenmeadows Seminary. Included is eye-opening newsreel footage of the damage. Earthquake was nominated for Best Popular Documentary at the 2006 Qantas TV Awards; it won best sound at the NZ Screen Awards.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Earthquake about?
The Hawke’s Bay earthquake was New Zealand’s worst civil disaster. Over 250 people died following the 7.8 quake on 3 February 1931. In this full-length documentary, director Gaylene Preston (Ho...
Who directed Earthquake?
Earthquake was directed by Gaylene Preston.
How long is Earthquake?
Earthquake has a runtime of 0 hours and 45 minutes (45 minutes total).
When was Earthquake released?
Earthquake was released on July 1, 2006 in theaters.