Mark of the Hand
Jan 01, 1987 · 53m
Director
Imruh BakariOverview
Guyanese painter Aubrey Williams (1926-1990) returns to his homeland on a “journey to the source of his inspiration” in this vivid Arts Council documentary, filmed towards the end of his life. The title comes from the indigenous Arawak word ‘timehri’ - the mark of the hand of man - which Williams equates to art itself. Timehri was also then the name of the international airport at Georgetown, Guyana's capital, where Williams stops off to restore an earlier mural. The film offers a rare insight into life beyond Georgetown, what Williams calls “the real Guyana.” Before moving to England in 1952 he had been sent to work on a sugar plantation in the jungle; this is his first chance to revisit the region and the Warao Indians - formative influences on his work - in four decades. Challenging the ill-treatment of indigenous Guyanese, Williams explored the potential of art to change attitudes. By venturing beyond his British studio, this film puts his work into vibrant context.
Cast of Mark of the Hand
Crew of Mark of the Hand
About Mark of the Hand
What is Mark of the Hand about?
Guyanese painter Aubrey Williams (1926-1990) returns to his homeland on a “journey to the source of his inspiration” in this vivid Arts Council documentary, filmed towards the end of his life. The title comes from the indigenous Arawak word ‘timehri’ - the mark of the hand of man - which Williams equates to art itself. Timehri was also then the name of the international airport at Georgetown…
When was Mark of the Hand released?
Mark of the Hand was released on January 1, 1987.
How long is Mark of the Hand?
Mark of the Hand runs 53 minutes.
Who directed Mark of the Hand?
Mark of the Hand was directed by Imruh Bakari.
Who is in the cast of Mark of the Hand?
The cast of Mark of the Hand includes Aubrey Williams (Himself) and Norman Beaton (Narrator).