95', Arabic, English, with English subtitles, Israel/Germany 2011

Screenings @ Idfa:

Sun 20-11   Munt 12         12:00   (Industry Screening)
Tue 22-11   Tuschinski 1   17:15    (World Premiere)
Wed 23-11  Tuschinski 4   12:00
Thu 24-11   Tuschinski 2   11:30
Fri 25-11     Munt 10         20:00
 

The production wrapped last week at this year’s iTunes Festival at the ROUNDHOUSE in London, where LANG LANG performed a remarkable LISZT recital as the only classical music artist next to international pop stars like COLDPLAY, ADELE or LINKIN PARK. A classical concert in a truly rock-star-like surrounding. The standing and cheering audience and the ultimately passionate virtuoso were accompanied by outstanding projections on five large LED screens on stage and dozens all over the room.

Next to the documentary a LIVE IN CONCERT version of Lang Lang’s performance at the ROUNDHOUSE is produced by BOOMTOWN MEDIA in cooperation with iTunes, Sony Classical and arte. This exceptional 52 min. music program, shot with 12 HD-cameras (including dolly/jib/crane) during the performance, will be presented on DVD and also be available as separate TV program, next to the documentary.

The US distributor Fathom will present the concert version "LANG LANG | LIVE AT THE ROUNDHOUSE" in US cinemas this autumn.

LANG LANG | LIVE AT THE ROUNDHOUSE (concert, 52/58 min./HD/stereo)
LANG LANG | THE LISZT EXPERIENCE (documentary, 52/58 min./HD/stereo)

For world sales please contact BOOMTOWN MEDIA INTERNATIONAL | office@btmifilms.com.

JENIN, West Bank — Juliano Mer Khamis lived a paradox. The internationally renowned actor, director and political activist, who was killed here this week, was both an Israeli and a Palestinian, born to a Jewish mother and an Arab Christian father in the Israeli Arab town of Nazareth.

Mr. Mer Khamis embodied the Israeli-Arab conflict and embraced its complexities in a way that few could. He was regarded as an Arab by many Israelis, and by some in this West Bank city, his adopted home, first and foremost as a Jew. (read more)

Read the complete NYT article here.

Here you will find another article from Haaretz (with pictures):

So many meaningful, nice words have been and will be said now about this charismatic man who always spoke out loudly - with his sonorous voice and laughter - for a just peace. Arij Ayaseh, a 21 old young woman actor said that the death of Mr. Mer Khamis means a “lost dream,” adding: “We will not find another like him, but we will continue in his path.”

In order to let their dreams not become broken dreams, I would like to ask for your support in any way. For financial support, please check here: FREEDOM THEATRE

Juliano Mer Khamis is also a protagonist in Markus Vetters and Aleksei Bakris documentary CINEMA JENIN, which is currently in the making.

CINEMA JENIN is a production of Filmperspektive, Cinephil (Tel Aviv) and Boomtown Media in co-production with SWR, BR, NDR, Arte, Yes TV, Senator Film and project CINEMA JENIN. Funded by MFG Baden-Württemberg, Medienboard Berlin-Brandenburg, DFFF, BKM, Rabinovich Association and Sundance Institute. Theatrical distribution in Germany by Senator Film, world sales by Cinephil (Tel Aviv).

TO FIGHT FOR by Gerardo Milsztein is an inspiring documentary on one of the greatest challenges of our time: the transformation of destructive power into creative energy, self-loathing into self-confidence, and repression of the past into hope for the future.

Directly and with no holds barred, the film tells the story of five young men aged between 16 and 20 who steal, smoke dope and enjoy getting into fights. They are directionless and willing to resort to violence. Now they face the biggest challenge of their young lives: Will they end up in jail, or tear down the old walls and take control, rebuilding trust and closeness after years of aggression and isolation?
The “year of decision“ is their final chance to break the vicious cycle and come to terms with reality.



A stirring cinema experience, that blows the mind and offers a radically different approach to the current debate about youth violence. 

CINEMA FOR PEACE 2011 (Nominated „Most Valuable Documentary of the Year”)

Winner German Cinematography Award 2010



PLEASE WATCH THE TRAILER HERE!

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PORGY AND ME  (Cinema/TV/DVD)
In the world of The Gershwin’s PORGY AND BESS

Against the backdrop of George Gershwin‘s stirring opera PORGY AND BESS, Susanna Boehm‘s PORGY & ME tells the touching story of the lifelong battle black artists often face in the white world of opera. Full of moving personal stories and intoxicating musical performances from the New York Harlem Theatre’s interpretation of The Gershwin’s PORGY AND BESS.

The Gershwin’s masterpiece back on the big screen
for the first time in decades!



PLEASE WATCH THE TRAILER HERE!

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TRIP TO ASIA | THE QUEST FOR HARMONY (CINEMA/TV/DVD)
A symphony of cinematic imagination!

TRIP TO ASIA by Thomas Grube (RHYTHM IS IT!) is the first film about the mysterious inside life of one of the world’s leading orchestras. A breathtaking trip into the ego of a community of individuals. An inspiring film about the power of music, the challenge of finding harmony and the art of making music – together.
A grand adventure that uses fascinating images and intoxicating sound to interpret the universal story of humankind and society. A breathtaking and truly satisfying cinematic experience.

German Cinema Guild Award | Best Documentary

Time of History Award | International Valladolid Film Festival 

Best of Fest | International Palm Springs Film Festival 

ECHO Classic Award | Best DVD of the Year



PLEASE WATCH THE TRAILER HERE!

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COMING SOON!



THE INVISIBLE STRING (CINEMA/TV/DVD)

“The Frisbee Documentary” by Michael Osterhoff, Jan Baess and Greg Marter is a captivating story about the history of this extraordinary sport from an insider’s point of view. Including the most influential frisbee players of all time – from the very first flying cake tin ‚Pie Bakery’ up to today, where there are more frisbee players worldwide than ever before. THE INVISIBLE STRING gives answers about the true nature and spirit of the frisbee movement.

A true declaration of love to a phenomenon,
which enthuses people everywhere.



PLEASE WATCH FIRST RUSHES HERE!

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COMING SOON!

AMERICANS (CINEMA/TV/DVD)

AMERICANS by Nicolas and Anna Hudak is an intimate and tangent insight into Native America today, following three young adults as they carry their ancestor's legacy into the modern age.

The plains of North West Montana, USA, provide a dramatic backdrop to the lives of three young members of the Blackfeet tribe and their quest for identity as Native Americans. The stories of Andi, Doug and Eddie reflect the challenges American Indians face today: poverty, lack of opportunity, racism and life without spiritual teachers. They struggle to live in a country they do not identify with and yearn to connect to their traditional roots. Forgotten by the rest of the nation their story reveals the true spirit of the American heartland.



PLEASE WATCH FIRST RUSHES HERE!

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Please contact Uwe Dierks or Norbert Maass at BOOMTOWN MEDIA INTERNATIONAL for screeners and further information.

At the EUROPEAN FILM MARKET 2011 BOOMTOWN MEDIA INTERNATIONAL will be found at the MEDIA UMBRELLA STAND at Martin Gropius Bau.

We are looking forward seeing you at EFM 2011!