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Salt Water (1986) : distribution, intrigue et streaming

1986 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 1986, Salt Water is a notable film directed by Guy Sherwin, running about 19 minutes.

What it’s about. Reflections in fish tanks in the windows of restaurants in Chinatown, San Francisco, accompanied by sounds of foghorns, passers-by, dining and breaking waves. Shot on Super 8, the images oscillate between abstraction, documentary portrait and poetry, with the fish coming in and out of focus, whilst the sound provides a grounding in the setting of San Francisco’s harbour and nearby Chinatown.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Salt Water has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Salt Water page.

Questions fréquentes

Where can I watch Salt Water (1986)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Salt Water change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Salt Water worth watching?
Salt Water holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
When was Salt Water released?
Salt Water was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 19 minutes.