Ans Westra - Private Journeys / Public Signposts

Director Luit Beiringa
Producer Jan Beiringa
Cinematography John Irwin

2004

Directed by Luit Bieringa, Private Journeys / Public Signposts was made in the wake of the 2004 retrospective exhibition of Westra's work he curated, HandBoek: Ans Westra Photographs. But the film stands alone in its presentation of the woman behind the camera. It is constructed around a long interview with Westra and a conversation with poet Hone Tuwhare, and follows her as she photographs around New Zealand. Locations include Ratana Pa, and the memorial service for former PM David Lange.