
Western Deep
An exploration of the sensory experience of the TauTona gold mine in South Africa, showing migrant labourers working in dark, claustrophobic environments and the ear-splitting noise of drilling. The TauTona mine in South Africa, known as 'Western Deep' is the world's deepest gold mine. Employing more than 5,000 people, it operates twenty-four hours day. The film begins in complete darkness as the miners descend three-and-a-half kilometres underground. McQueen documents an intense work regime where the temperature can reach over ninety degrees celsius. Accompanied by jarring sounds created by the mechanical equipment, Western Deep is a hellish representation of labour that makes the silent resolve of the miners all the more powerful.
TMDB
4.2/10
6 votes
- Status
- Released
- Budget
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- Box office
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- Language
- No Language
Release dates
United KingdomGB
- TheatricalSource: https://www.tate.org.uk/art/artworks/mcqueen-caribs-leap-western-deep-t120191 Sept 2002
Frequently asked questions
- When was Western Deep released?
- Western Deep was released on 1 September 2002.
- Where can I watch Western Deep online?
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- Is there a Hindi trailer for Western Deep?
- No verified Hindi trailer for Western Deep is available yet. Only the original-language trailer is listed.
- What is the rating of Western Deep?
- Western Deep holds a 4.2/10 audience score from 6 votes.
- Who directed Western Deep?
- Western Deep (2002) was directed by Steve McQueen.
- How long is Western Deep?
- Western Deep runs for 24m.











