A Musical Ode to Resilience: Tan Dun Prayers and Blessing
By Rhea Mursalin Tan Dun Prayers and Blessing stands as a significant testament to the human spirit amidst adversity, beautifully captured in this collaborative project by the Bard College Conservatory of Music and edited by Ryan MacEvoy McCullough and Yinglin Zhou. Tan Dun, the Dean of Bard Conservatory, masterfully crafts a composition that transcends its origins during the unprecedented times of the Covid-19 pandemic, evoking deep...
Pianist: Mit Herz spielen
By Alex Silverman Pianist (not to be confused with the film starring Adrien Brody) is directed by Kazuya Ashizawa. It tells the story of a piano player struggling to play a piece by Beethoven. The star of this film is Yusuke Honda, who is an international competition winner in real life. We see Yusuke struggle in the beginning with his piece, with his instructor reminding him that Beethoven composed the piece with all his heart, damit...
Grüne Innovationen: Die Zukunft der Speicherung erneuerbarer Energien
Durch: Alex Silverman The Future of Renewable Energy Storage, produced by Nicholas Olavario for Planet Classroom’s Problem Solver Series, introduces us to Form Energy and their groundbreaking ‘iron-air battery’ Innovation. This short film addresses the pivotal question: How can renewable energy be made reliable 24/7? Through insightful storytelling and compelling visuals, Olavario chronicles Form Energy’s journey in...
A Diverse Range of Musical Styles in Between Two Piers
By Teresa Matuzak This documentary by director Rosie Robinson dives into the Brighton Beach Busking scene. Busking, or street performing, is popular along Brighton Beach, drawing tourists and regulars alike to unique performances every day. Between Two Piers examines how Beach Busking engages the local community, provides a stage for artists, and how social media can influence the performances of artists, for better or for worse....
Eine Feier des Gemeinschaftsgeistes: Liebesbriefe für New Bedford
Von Rhea Mursalin Liebesbriefe für New Bedford, Regie: Ethan de Aguiar, fängt wunderbar die Essenz von New Bedford ein, Massachusetts, durch ein reichhaltiges Geflecht an Stimmen und Perspektiven. Dieser Dokumentarfilm feiert die lebendige Kulturgemeinschaft der Stadt, Künstler hervorheben, Erzieher, Dichter, Journalisten, Autoren, und Sänger. Durch durchdachtes Geschichtenerzählen und intime Interviews, de Aguiar fügt sich nahtlos ineinander ein..
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