Diving Women of Jeju-do
Jan 01, 2007 · 25m
Director
Barbara HammerOverview
Jeju-do is the largest of Korean islands and lies between Korea and Japan. There, for hundreds of years, women dive without breathing apparatus, to the ocean floor and collect shellfish, octopus, and urchins that they sell. The divers are in their sixties and seventies and their daughters do not want to inherit their work, lifestyle, and health problems that go with diving. As a filmmaker I was privileged to meet many of these women and dive with them. Their stories of hardship and pride confirmed my desire to record this unique and ancient tradition.
Cast of Diving Women of Jeju-do
Crew of Diving Women of Jeju-do
About Diving Women of Jeju-do
What is Diving Women of Jeju-do about?
Jeju-do is the largest of Korean islands and lies between Korea and Japan. There, for hundreds of years, women dive without breathing apparatus, to the ocean floor and collect shellfish, octopus, and urchins that they sell. The divers are in their sixties and seventies and their daughters do not want to inherit their work, lifestyle, and health problems that go with diving. As a filmmaker I was…
When was Diving Women of Jeju-do released?
Diving Women of Jeju-do was released on January 1, 2007.
How long is Diving Women of Jeju-do?
Diving Women of Jeju-do runs 25 minutes.
Who directed Diving Women of Jeju-do?
Diving Women of Jeju-do was directed by Barbara Hammer.
Who is in the cast of Diving Women of Jeju-do?
The cast of Diving Women of Jeju-do includes Barbara Hammer (Self).