Colors explores the bonds of a young family living in the Bronx. They are displaced after unforeseen circumstances take the family to unexpected places. Despite the challenges they face, they find joy, hope and each other.
Pina Bausch’s iconic choreography to The Rite of Spring danced on the beach in Toubab Dialaw, Senegal. Filmed as the world descended into lockdown, this recording captures the last rehearsal of a specially assembled company of 38 dancers from 14 African countries, and documents a unique moment in their preparations for an international tour that would go on to be cancelled by COVID-19.
When Johnny Hallyday died in December 2017, thousands of orphaned fans felt the need to come together to revive their idol. At their request, the Madeleine Church opens its doors and organizes each month a tribute to the intention of the missing singer.
A tribute to the life and music of John Prine featuring family and friends sharing memories and songs while raising money for several charitable organizations.
Cumbia of the world and for the whole world. From Buenos Aires as a starting point, the documentary Cumbia Around The World takes us on a tour through several countries: Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Peru, Portugal, Spain, Germany, Vietnam, the Philippines, Cambodia and Japan; to discover the origins, the present and the future of this rhythm that engages all social classes…
Two gay men, one younger...one considerably older, both dealers at a flea market, are offered the contents of a recently deceased individual's dilapidated house and find nothing of value but a massive stash of ghostly vintage porn. As they sort through it they not only learn about the deceased individual but uncover a few things about themselves as well.
A philosophical meditation on a young Tomaž Pengov, one of the greatest musicians in Slovenian history and the author of many timeless songs, some of which will accompany him on this cinematic journey through his world. Pengov’s legacy features ‘Odpotovanja’, the first singer-songwriter record released in the former Yugoslavia.
Deep in the poorest neighbourhood of Havana, you will find Rumba Morena; a band of nine drummers and singers performing with astounding passion and fervour. Whilst it is not unusual to hear Rumba drifting from back alleys in Havana, Rumba Morena is different - they are all women. Cuban Rumba is traditionally played by men only, and Rumba Morena breaks the mould. Uproar explores the complex intersection of religion, music and gender dynamics of Rumba Morena – and the roots influencing the male resistance to it.The film aims to peer under the skin of the complex intersection of religion, music and gender dynamics affecting the circumstances around Rumba Morena and explore the roots influencing the male resistance to Rumba Morena’s music.
From the colorful, celebratory sounds of Juju music to the politicized urgency of Afrobeat, Nigerian musicians have spearheaded some of Africa's most prominent musical movements. Oftentimes, their work formed the backdrop against which the nation blossomed and floundered. So what happened to these pioneering artists who rose to prominence during the country's halcyon years, and continued to endure when it faltered?