Isao Takahata and His Tale of the Princess Kaguya – 2013

For his first film in fourteen years animation director Isao Takahata embarked on a visually sumptuous adaptation of The Tale of The Princess Kaguya. A dream project for the director that would hopefully establish the recently formed Ghibli Studio 7, created to meet the demands of a new type of modern animation process. But almostContinue reading “Isao Takahata and His Tale of the Princess Kaguya – 2013”

A Man’s Rave – 2013

Compulsion, obsession and passion may lead some people to creativity and to acts which at first glance may seem eccentric. One such character is Stratos, a 42 years old butcher who lives in Athens, Greece. “A MAN’S RAVE” documentary is a penetrating journey into his idiosyncrasy, his struggle for survival, his unfulfilled plans, his memories,Continue reading “A Man’s Rave – 2013”

Antarctica: A Year on Ice – 2013

Filling the giant screen with stunning time-lapse vistas of Antarctica, and detailing year-round life at McMurdo and Scott Base, Anthony Powell’s documentary is a potent hymn to the icy continent and the heavens above. Director : Anthony Powell Cast : Andrew Velman|Anthony Powell|Casey O’Brien|Genevieve Bachman|George Lampman|Keri Nelson|Michael Christiansen|Peter Lund|Tom Hamann|William Brotman Genre : Adventure|Documentary|Drama ReleaseContinue reading “Antarctica: A Year on Ice – 2013”

Benjamin Britten: Peace and Conflict – 2013

A feature film about Benjamin Britten, released as part of the 100 year celebrations of his birth. Britten is the most performed British composer worldwide. This film premiered at Gresham’s School, which he attended, and focuses on how his life-long pacifism influenced his life and music. Written and directed by Tony Britten (In Love WithContinue reading “Benjamin Britten: Peace and Conflict – 2013”

Christmas on the Danube – 2013

This documentary visits cities and towns and captures stunning landscapes along Europe’s majestic Danube at Christmastime. Locations covered include Passau, Germany; Salzburg, Oberndorf, the Wachau Valley, and Vienna in Austria; Bratislava, Slovakia; and Budapest, Hungary. Along the way the viewer learns relevant history. Director : Cast : Genre : Documentary Release Date : 12/15/2013 CountryContinue reading “Christmas on the Danube – 2013”

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