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Henry Glassie: Field Work is a penetrating documentary that captures the lifelong fieldwork of renowned folklorist and ethnologist Henry Glassie. World-premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2019, this 105-minute film charts Glassie’s method of documenting folk art across continents, from potters and weavers to storytellers and sculptors. Filmed in Brazil, Turkey, North Carolina, and Ireland, the documentary blends rich interviews, immersive observation, and a thoughtful exploration of material culture.

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Produced for wide release through Grasshopper Films in the US and Harvest Films in Ireland/UK, the film is available on Apple TV and other streaming platforms. The project features a contemporary score by Irish composer Linda Buckley, adding a lyrical layer to Glassie’s archival and field recordings. While official social channels for the film may be limited, distributors and festival partners provide the latest updates and screening information.

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About Henry Glassie: Field Work

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  • World premiere: TIFF 2019
  • Runtime: 105 minutes
  • Subject: Henry Glassie, eminent folklorist and ethnologist
  • Filming locations: Brazil, Turkey, North Carolina, Ireland
  • Music: score by Linda Buckley (Irish composer) official site and Twitter
  • Distributors: Grasshopper Films (US) | Harvest Films (Ireland/UK) Official site, Harvest Films
  • Availability: Apple TV and other streaming platforms

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Note: As with many documentary projects, official social channels for Henry Glassie: Field Work may be limited. Updates are typically shared through distributor and festival channels. For the most current screening information, check venue pages and distributor listings.

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  • World premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in 2019; the film runs 105 minutes and presents Glassie's lifelong approach to documenting folk art.
  • Subject: Henry Glassie, a renowned folklorist and ethnologist known for decades of fieldwork and his influential books on material culture and folk art.
  • Filming locations include Brazil, Turkey, North Carolina, and Ireland, capturing potters, sculptors, weavers, and storytellers in their work.
  • Music score composed by Linda Buckley (Irish composer) for the film; Buckley’s involvement is noted in modern music coverage of the project.
  • Distributors and platforms: Grasshopper Films (US), Harvest Films (Ireland/UK distribution), with availability on Apple TV and other streaming channels; UK screening has occurred via venues such as The Riverside and Craft/Film programs.
  • Social media presence: There is no widely publicized official social media channel for Henry Glassie: Field Work; promotional activity is carried by distributors and festival partners.

About Henry Glassie: Field Work

  • World premiere: TIFF 2019
  • Runtime: 105 minutes
  • Subject: Henry Glassie, eminent folklorist and ethnologist
  • Filming locations: Brazil, Turkey, North Carolina, Ireland
  • Music: score by Linda Buckley (Irish composer) official site and Twitter
  • Distributors: Grasshopper Films (US) | Harvest Films (Ireland/UK) Official site, Harvest Films
  • Availability: Apple TV and other streaming platforms

Note: As with many documentary projects, official social channels for Henry Glassie: Field Work may be limited. Updates are typically shared through distributor and festival channels. For the most current screening information, check venue pages and distributor listings.

City and venue notes: The film has been shown in museum spaces and film programs across cities including Santa Fe, and UK venues such as The Riverside, with additional festival and showcase appearances noted in recent years. If you’re looking to experience the film in person, search for local film programs featuring ethnology and folk art documentaries or check with regional cinema networks for the latest screening dates.

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