Description
SATIESFICTIONS - Promenades with Erik Satie DVD
UPC: 4260234830910
Product Features
- Title: SATIESFICTIONS - Promenades with Erik Satie
- Directors: Anne-Kathrin Peitz, Youlian Tabakov
- Cast: Jean Cocteau, Man Ray, Henri Sauguet, Georges Auric, Pierre Bertin, Virgil Thomson, Steffen Schleiermacher, GrauSchumacher Piano Duo, Jean-Pierre Armengaud, Patrick Le Mauff
- Length: 56 minutes
- Language/Subtitles: German, English, French, Japanese, Korean
- Format: DVD, NTSC, PCM Stereo
- Produced by: Accentus Music, in cooperation with WDR and ARTE
- Region: Region 2 (PAL format)
Overview
SATIESFICTIONS - Promenades with Erik Satie is a unique and playful documentary that sheds light on the eccentric life and work of early 20th-century French avant-garde composer Erik Satie. Directed by Anne-Kathrin Peitz and Youlian Tabakov, the film blends interviews, performances, and imaginative scenic episodes to bring Satie’s whimsical world to life. Always seen with his bowler hat, umbrella, and witty remarks, Satie's music and unconventional persona are explored through animated scenes, theatrical performances, and anecdotes from his associates, including Jean Cocteau and Man Ray.
The documentary not only delves into Satie’s musical legacy but also his contributions to design, advertising, and performance art, making it a vibrant exploration of one of the most fascinating figures of modern music. A standout feature is how the film brings Satie’s imaginary advertisements to life as actual commercials, highlighting his ahead-of-time flair for self-promotion.
Interesting Facts
- Erik Satie was a pioneer in creating "furniture music," or background music, which has influenced modern ambient music.
- Satie was deeply involved in the Dada movement and influenced key figures like Jean Cocteau and Pablo Picasso.
- The documentary features rare interviews with musicians and composers inspired by Satie, such as Virgil Thomson and Jean-Pierre Armengaud.
- The film brings to life Satie's humorous advertisements and surreal drawings, giving them a modern cinematic twist.
- Bonus material includes a selection of Satie's works like Nocturne No.4 and Valse du Chocolat aux Amandes.
Bonus Features
- Nocturne No.4
- Valse du Chocolat aux Amandes
- Ce que dit la petite Princesse des Tulipes
- La Belle Excentrique
- Stock Market Report à la Satie
Publishers
- Accentus Music
- WDR
- ARTE
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