DVD
Stories we tell / Roadside Attractions ; The National Film Board of Canada presents ; a film by Sarah Polley ; produced by Anita Lee ; written and directed by Sarah Polley.
A "genre-twisting film by director Sarah Polley, who investigates the elusive truths of her eclectic family of storytellers as she playfully interrogates a cast of characters who each relate their version of the family mythology. Polley reveals the essence of family as she uncovers the secrets buried deep within-- "--Container.
Record details
- Physical Description: 1 videodisc (approximately 108 min.) : sound, color with black and white seq. ; 4 3/4 in.
- Publisher: Santa Monica, CA : Lionsgate, [2013]
Content descriptions
| General Note: | Aspect ratio: 1.78:1; enhanced for 16x9 TVs. Videodisc release of the motion picture released in 2012. Special feature: original theatrical trailer. |
| Creation/Production Credits Note: | Director of photography, Iris Ng ; editor, Michael Munn ; music, Jonathan Goldsmith ; Michael's narration written by Michael Polley ; narrator, Michael Polley. |
| Participant or Performer Note: | Rebecca Jenkins, Peter Evans, Alex Hatz, Justin Goodhand, Seamus Morrison, Allie MacDonald, Lani Billard. Storytellers: Michael Polley, Harry Gulkin, Susy Buchan, John Buchan, Mark Polley, Joanna Polley, Cathy Gulkin, Marie Murphy, Robert MacMillan, Anne Tait, Dierdre Bowen. |
| Target Audience Note: | MPAA rating: PG-13; for thematic elements involving sexuality, brief strong language and smoking. |
| System Details Note: | DVD, NTSC, Region 1, widescreen aspect ratio: 1.78:1; enhanced for 16x9 TVs ; 5.1 Dolby Digital audio. |
| Language Note: | English dialogue; optional subtitles in English and Spanish. Closed-captioned in English for the hearing impaired. |
| Awards Note: | National Board of Review, USA, 2013: Best Documentary. |
Search for related items by subject
| Subject: | Families. Communication in families. Storytelling > Psychological aspects. Familias. Narraci©Øon de cuentos > Aspectos psicol©Øogicos. Polley, Sarah > Family. |
| Genre: | Documentary films. Nonfiction films. Feature films. Feature films > Canada. Video recordings for the hearing impaired. |
Available copies
- 5 of 6 copies available at Sage Library System.
- 0 of 1 copy available at Hood River County Library District. (Show)
Holds
- 0 current holds with 6 total copies.
Show Only Available Copies
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Circulation Modifier | Status | Due Date | Courses |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hood River County Library | DVD 306.85 STO (Text) | 33892101043553 | Adult New DVDs | Checked out | 06/03/2025 | ||
| Baker County Library | 306.85 STO DVD (Text) | 37814002773480 | VIDEO NON-FICTION | Available | - | ||
| Columbia Gorge Community College Library | 306.85 STOR 2012 (Text) | 39705000002401 | DVD | Available | - | ||
| Harney County Library | 306.85 STORIES (Text) | 37720000501601 | Video | Available | - | ||
| The Dalles Wasco County Library | DVD STO (Text) | 33892005986063 | DVDs | Available | - | ||
| Treasure Valley Community College Library | DVD 306.85 St747st (Text) | 32220001021217 | DVD | Available | - |
