The 4th edition MUSIC DANCE SCREENINGS FILM FESTIVAL CONSONANCE

Peace of cake explores the complexity and versatility of human nature, emphasizing the exploration and questioning of identity and self-perception.Through a non-linear, fragmented, and polysemy narrative, the work is divided into multiple independent dance segments, each focusing on different characters and scenes, and through a jumping narrative, a complex and diverse story world is constructed. Through the body language and performance of the dancers, the audience will witness the emotions and reactions of the characters in different situations, revealing the deep psychological dynamics and human nature.Using the contingency of postmodernism, the work deeply explores the emotional complexity and diversity brought about by the intersection of dance and image.Dance has become a carrier and symbol of emotion, and video language is rich in metaphors and symbols, which together build a far-reaching visual world. The work pursues ambiguity and uncertainty, encouraging the audience to interpret in a variety of ways, which leads to in-depth reflection on the artistic contingency of Postmodernism.In this visual world full of symbols and metaphors, the audience will think about the relationship between self-perception and reality, and feel the confusion and struggle inside the characters.

Some friends visit Lake Lure to see where parts of Dirty Dancing were filmed and are inspired to perform their own moves. This project was made as a collaborative, pedagogical project between students and faculty from the Radio, TV, Film Program and the Theatre & Dance Department at East Tennessee State University.

Young man tries to fined a destined person.

Getting fed up with the Flat Earth debates, Earth decides to prove his roundness and end the millenia old debate - through bulking up and working out.

4 dancers – 2 continents - 4 stories – 1 song How do we express what truly lies within? When do we show our truth? When do we hide it? In the depths of joining & growing into each other's lives, we experience an overlap of present & past, of different stories that all have one thing in common: the surreal lens of truth illuminating the multiplicity of becoming. The movement and music of our dance film intertwines with the heart’s freedom & the interplay of different emotions, overlapping, collapsing and reflecting by gravity's pull. Looking into the true essence of who we are, we find the unwavering gaze which follows the longing to be understood, seen and perceived as truth. What keeps you accountable?

Exclusive premiere of Sergei Rachmaninoff's Vocalise OP. 34, Nº 14 conducted by Teodor Currentzis, performed by Nadezhda Pavlova and musicAeterna orchestra, recorded by Maximilien Ciup. In the nature of ever-changing times there are certain places gifted with an ability to capture moments, to keep memories of those who used to exist within those walls hundred, or sixty, or thirty years ago. Inside the walls of Dom Radio (House of Radio) the protagonist paves her way through multiple periods in the history of the building (1914 – 1998), and so she meets ghosts of the past during this journey. Due to different and often difficult circumstances the same people were forced to change their behaviour and the way they look. Severe times when mercy leaves our world give birth to darkness even among the kindest people, yet after all changes and alterations a human is still a human, staying itself as always has been. The protagonist falls out of space where no time exists to navigate through past in order to bind different time layers together. From the fall to the fight, from the run to the blue, from everyday brawls to limbo space of love. In the end the heroine encounters multiple versions of herself and thus she finds the fullness of existence. The dance is over in order to begin again.

Music video made when the world musical Italian/Brazilian group, Viaggiatori Armonici performed at the Oscar Niemeyer Museum in the city of Curitiba, Brazil.

An overworked office worker has the quirk of turning into a butterfly under stress. We watch him struggle to keep his insect side a secret as the pressure of his office life becomes so intense he can't take it anymore.

Music video shot in Japan by Hollywood star Ricky Rebel

“The Name Game” was originally selected to perform live for the Steps Beyond Foundation Choreography Lab in New York City in May 2024. The piece captures the vibrant essence of a 1960s variety TV show, drawing inspiration from classic programs like Hullabaloo and featuring the dynamic performance style of iconic artists such as Ann-Margret.

Garage music.

A short film about two people drawn to art on a mural. They look up from their phones and find a connection to each other and the artwork. A film by CarliAnn Forthun Bruner with orginial song by Annabella Gelmetti. Starring Drew Santoro and Daniel Costa.

After giving up her career as a professional dancer to be with her dreamboat boyfriend, Harbour makes a devastating discovery that prompts her to reevaluate what really matters.

The connection between six children and nature is explored through improvised dance and movement, showcasing the unique perspective of children as they interact with nature through play. Through the eyes of these young adventurers, we rediscover the world and how to cherish and comprehend our environment. In a landscape where the authentic voices of children often play second fiddle to adult interpretations, "Birds" is a revelation. Here, children are not just passive actors but potent co-creators, channeling their unfiltered creativity and depth. Join us on this poetic journey to rediscover our lost connections, one where the chirps, rustles, and dances speak louder than words. Over six transformative months, a class of third graders, alongside five dedicated artists, delved into a multidisciplinary art experiment. Their mission? To explore, understand, and articulate the rhythm and essence of their local woodland and birdlife. Under guidance of director Liv Runesdatter, this journey flourished into stunning installations, music, dance, and prose, all mirroring the nuanced language, movement, and habitats of the birds. The film climaxes as their artistic endeavours converge with the forest, the source of their inspiration. The deliberate choice of not including dialogue not only enhances its universal appeal but also amplifies the potent message it carries. Through the children's profound interactions, we're confronted with the urgent need to revisit our relationship with nature. In a world burdened by its own excesses, their vivid and authentic expressions might just hold the key to unlocking a dormant connection we once treasured. Can their instinctual wisdom remind us of truths we've forgotten?

The day had started badly for Alice. But that was without taking into account the old saying in the jungle you must wait, 13 helps yourself liberate

A duet based on the dance show Cabanes. It could be a Harlem theater in the fifties. Two strangers share the same emotion while watching a movie. The cinema exit door opens onto an imaginary desert where they will meet, alone in the world around a dance that is sometimes tender, sometimes dramatic and soon playful. A tribute to the feelings we share when going to the cinema.

"Ra Rising Sun" is a track from Gabbarein's self-titled debut album, out May 3 on Our Silent Canvas Records, a non-profit record label based in Woodstock, NY. The visually captivating music video produced and directed by Ragnarok Film (Wardruna, Kalandra, Gåte) was filmed on location in Trondheim, Norway. The video for "Ra Rising Sun" offers viewers a stunning representation of the project themes exploring incredible nature sites including Trollkirka, aka Troll Church, a waterfall and natural pool in Elnesvågen, Norway. Gabbarein is the ethereal Nordic folk duo of Norwegian vocalist and sound healer Cecilie Hafstad and American composer-producer Christopher Bono. Their debut album was created entirely improvisationally in a house on the fjord in Lyngen, Norway. "Ra Rising Sun" sonically captures the awe-inducing landscapes and emotional depths realized during Gabbarein's one-of-a-kind Arctic Circle recording sessions. Cecilie Hafstad explains, "(Ra Rising Sun) is sung in a channeled 'language' that I do not consciously understand but that made perfect sense to me when I sang and created the track." She describes the lyrical themes as emphasizing the cyclical nature of life, the struggle for balance, and the profound significance of the sun as a symbol of birth, growth, and consciousness. Christopher Bono reflects, "This track is probably my personal favorite on the album; it represents something ancient, something ancestral, something beyond words. In fact, I think it is the track that best reflects our style, displaying the arc of gentleness to intensity that is a defining character of the album." As a whole, Gabbarein is a moving and powerful listening experience that transports audiences to the sublime Arctic setting of Norway’s Northern Territory, where the mystical appearance of a White Reindeer served as a spiritual guide during the recording process.

In Uganda, a talented dance artist struggles to pursue his passion in a society that doesn't value his art. Through powerful movements and an inner mask that hides his pain, he creates a dance piece that speaks about the challenges he faces. Despite obstacles, he uses his art to bring awareness to the importance of dance in his community. Masked Tears explores the struggles of Ugandan dance artists and the need for recognition and support for the arts, showing the power of dance as a tool for expression and empowerment.

BOY, SEE ME FLY is a film that delves into a tumultuous friendship between two men on a July 14th evening. Despite there being no physical attraction between them, a strong and undefined love binds them. However, one of them rejects the way the other expresses their love. This story is conveyed through movement and dance, as verbal communication is rarely employed in these relationships.