Cunningham
Directed by: Alla Kovgan
2019 | USA | 93 minutes
Screening | Friday, December 3, 2021, 6pm |
Matinee | Saturday, December 4, 2021, 3pm |
Screening | Saturday, December 4, 2021, 6pm |
Matinee | Sunday, December 5, 2021, 1pm |
2019 marked the centenary of legendary American choreographer Merce Cunningham. This poetic film traces Merce’s artistic evolution over three decades of risk and discovery (1944–1972), from his early years as a struggling dancer in postwar New York to his emergence as one of the most visionary and influential choreographers worldwide. The 3D technology weaves together Merce's philosophies and stories, creating a visceral journey into the choreographer's world.
“What Kovgan's utterly transporting film does, through a thoughtful and dynamic combination of curated material and new performances, is radiate the rapturous power of dance” - The Hollywood Reporter
“This is a good time to remember that nonfiction films can be theatrical experiences that demand to be seen on the largest screen possible.” -Variety
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