Juxtapositions - Directed by Frank Scheffer - DVD

UPC: 899132000121

Product Features

• Format: DVD-9 (dual-layer, single-sided), NTSC
• Picture Format: 4:3
• Audio Options: Dolby Digital 2.0
• Languages: English, French, German, Dutch, Spanish, Japanese
• Region Code: All zones
• Running Time: 110 minutes
• Publisher: Idéale Audience International, 2003

Overview

Juxtapositions presents two remarkable films by acclaimed director Frank Scheffer, exploring the world of contemporary classical music and its most innovative figures.

• Film 1: Attrazione d'Amore - A touching documentary capturing the extraordinary relationship between conductor Riccardo Chailly and the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra. Through rehearsals and performances of works by Mahler, Mozart, Debussy, Stravinsky, and Puccini, this film portrays the dynamic bond between a conductor and his orchestra. Scheffer includes intimate interviews with Chailly and the celebrated composer Luciano Berio, giving viewers insights into the creative process and the profound impact of music.

• Film 2: Voyage to Cythera - This film centers on Luciano Berio and his 1968 composition Sinfonia, a complex orchestral work weaving musical references to composers such as Stravinsky, Boulez, and Mahler. Scheffer’s film captures Berio’s journey through soundscapes, integrating archival footage, rehearsals, and conversations with Riccardo Chailly and composer Louis Andriessen. Nominated for a Dutch Academy Award in 1999 and recognized at the San Francisco International Film Festival in 2000, this work is a cinematic tribute to Berio's influence on contemporary music.

Interesting Facts

• Frank Scheffer’s Cinematic Approach: Known for his in-depth explorations of music and film, Scheffer’s documentaries delve into the relationships and creative struggles within the world of classical music, placing him among today’s most respected music filmmakers.
• Rare Musical Insight: Juxtapositions offers behind-the-scenes access to performances, archival materials, and interviews with pivotal figures in modern classical music, providing a rare perspective on how groundbreaking pieces come to life.
• Sinfonia's Historical Significance: Luciano Berio’s Sinfonia is celebrated for its blending of traditional orchestral elements with modernist references, making it a cornerstone of electroacoustic and experimental music.
• Additional Content: This DVD includes the unreleased short film Ring by Frank Scheffer, plus a 12-page booklet featuring an authoritative essay, composer biographies, and a discography. A DVD-ROM section also offers a multilingual booklet.

Bonus Features

• Ring - An unreleased short by Frank Scheffer
• Chapter Access
• Video Catalogue
• DVD-ROM Section - Includes multilingual booklet files

Publishers

Idéale Audience International, 2003

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