Strange Culture
Originally released in 2007. Strange Culture is a documentary film. directed by Lynn Hershman-Leeson. At just 75 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Tilda Swinton, Thomas Jay Ryan, and Josh Kornbluth
Synopsis
The film examines the case of artist and professor Steve Kurtz, a member of the Critical Art Ensemble (CAE). The work of Kurtz and other CAE members dealt with genetically modified food and other issues of science and public policy. After his wife, Hope, died of heart failure, paramedics arrived and became suspicious when they noticed petri dishes and other scientific equipment related to Kurtz's art in his home. They summoned the FBI, who detained Kurtz within hours on suspicion of bioterrorism.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 9, 2007
18 years ago
Runtime
1h 15m
75 minutes total
User Rating
4.7/10
Mixed (6 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- L5 Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Strange Culture about?
The film examines the case of artist and professor Steve Kurtz, a member of the Critical Art Ensemble (CAE). The work of Kurtz and other CAE members dealt with genetically modified food and other i...
Who directed Strange Culture?
Strange Culture was directed by Lynn Hershman-Leeson.
How long is Strange Culture?
Strange Culture has a runtime of 1 hours and 15 minutes (75 minutes total).
When was Strange Culture released?
Strange Culture was released on February 9, 2007 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Strange Culture?
The main cast of Strange Culture includes Tilda Swinton, Thomas Jay Ryan, Josh Kornbluth, Peter Coyote, Steve Kurtz.