The Burning Times (1990)

01/01/1990 (CA) • Documentary • 57m

Overview

This documentary takes an in-depth look at the witch hunts that swept Europe just a few hundred years ago. False accusations and trials led to massive torture and burnings at the stake and ultimately to the destruction of an organic way of life. The film questions whether the widespread violence against women and the neglect of our environment today can be traced back to those times.

The Burning Times (1990)

01/01/1990 (CA) • 57m

Documentary

Overview

This documentary takes an in-depth look at the witch hunts that swept Europe just a few hundred years ago. False accusations and trials led to massive torture and burnings at the stake and ultimately to the destruction of an organic way of life. The film questions whether the widespread violence against women and the neglect of our environment today can be traced back to those times.

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Part of the NFB's Women and Spirituality Collection

Includes Goddess Remembered, The Burning Times, Full Circle

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

-

Revenue

-

Keywords

spirituality

witchcraft

witch hunt

woman director

history

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