About
On an Unknown Beach is an acclaimed “‘speculative documentary" which journeys into landscapes of ruin. Three strands are weaved together: sonic artist Bruce Russell (from band The Dead C) explores the ruined Christchurch CBD, scientist Di Tracey captures chilling footage of coral damage on the seabed, and poet/actor David Hornblow undergoes hypnotherapy to semi-fictionally explore past experiences with addiction. Born partly from nostalgia and homesicknesss, the film was shot and directed by Adam Luxton and Summer Agnew. Their 2004 film Minginui explored a North Island ex-forestry town.
Interview with co-director Adam Luxton, The Pantograph Punch, July 2016
Interview with Adam Luxton, The Press, August 2016
Interview with scientist Di Tracey, Stuff, August 2016
Profile of Di Tracey, Scoop, December 2021
Profile of musician Bruce Russell, AudioCulture
Twitter page for David Hornblow
