

El Valley Centro
2000, English. Directed by James Benning.
Experimental filmmaker James Benning returns with this abstract documentary about California's Central Valley, part 1 of his "California Trilogy". Consisting of 35 shots, each over two minutes long, the film quietly portrays nature's subjugation to encroaching commercial interests. This film was screened at the 2000 Sundance Film Festival.
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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- 27 March 2000
- Country
- United States of America
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El Valley Centro: quick answers
What comes after El Valley Centro?
Next in the series: Los (2001) and Sogobi (2002).
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How long is El Valley Centro?
El Valley Centro runs 87 minutes (1h 27m).
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El Valley Centro is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
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El Valley Centro isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 27 March 2000. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like El Valley Centro?
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Who directed El Valley Centro?
El Valley Centro (2000) was directed by James Benning.

