Rememberings of unbelievable things that have happened in the small cult-run suburban town of Hasselager. A beautiful Persian woman, accused of witchcraft and punished with having to spend eternity in Hasselager is guarding the local lake to protect a special fish she has chosen as her mate, but things turn around when a local red haired girl steals the fish to get out of a forced heterosexual marriage.
Breaking the Silence is a short film written and directed by Harry Santos. The film follows the story of a boy, captivated by music, going about his daily life. The monotony and dullness of ones life is portrayed, highlighting how music brings joy and happiness to many.
Brazilian pop star Anitta reveals her most intimate world yet in this documentary that explores her dual identity, personal struggles and search for joy.
Jamila is nine, Rachel eleven and Faseeha twelve when they take their first steps into a new hip-hop culture. The Berlin girls meet at a rap project, become friends and take off with their Sisterqueens crew. This documentary follows them over four years through their daily life with parents, siblings and their unusual chosen hip-hop family, where they learn a lot about hook lines and even more about self-respect.
Yvonne Nguyen, a French-Vietnamese actress, dreams of a successful career in musicals, to the great displeasure of her mother, who would like her to pursue a more serious path. When she has no choice but to move back to her mother’s, both women are strangers to each other. But in the intimacy of the Vietnamese family restaurant’s kitchen, they grow closer. Meanwhile, Yvonne is still after her dreams and finally gets the chance to audition for a big show.
This movie follows Ca7riel and Paco during their days after the Tiny Desk. Gymbaland will offer them the dream of their lives, but they will preserve their friendship.
Poor Madame Butterfly! The 15-year-old geisha, who has renounced her family and Japanese traditions for the love of an American naval officer, finds herself abandoned in favour of a Western wife.
Live performance recorded at Tokyo Garden Theater during the 2024 tour: The Thin Line Between Love and Hate. Also included is 80 minutes of documentary footage from their world tour.
The Australian Chamber Orchestra has always forged its own path. With Artistic Director and violinist Richard Tognetti at the helm, the ACO has been producing films for over a decade, from their award-winning collaborations with BAFTA-nominated director Jennifer Peedom (‘Mountain’, ‘River’) to their acclaimed series of cinematic music films, ‘ACO StudioCasts’. Directed by Matisse Ruby, ‘The Four Seasons’ film release is the latest from this ground-breaking, world-renowned ensemble. Arguably the most popular and recognisable piece of classical music ever written, this performance directed by Richard Tognetti, highlights the profound symbiosis between Vivaldi’s Venice and the Middle East. Interspersing Vivaldi’s masterpiece with music by Australian-Egyptian composer and Oud virtuoso Joseph Tawardros, the film honours Vivaldi’s classic while giving it new life. A must-see for music lovers and cinephiles alike.
With the magic of Loulou (Louise Deschâtelets), Patrice Michaud realizes his dream of temporarily returning to the past. It is with pride and swaying hips that he slips into the universe of the 1970s to 1990s! Accompanied by his musicians, Patrice Michaud invites us on his visual and sound journey where the funk, pop and rock rhythms of his songs intertwine. 1980s icon Martine St-Clair takes part in the journey and "ouh, stop, un instant", we capture a moment from the 1990s with Gabrielle Shonk. A great, colorful escape where pleasure abounds!