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Antonio Vivaldi: A Prince in Venice
France, 2006, 95 min.
Infamous in his lifetime not just for his music, but also for his non-conformity, Vivaldi’s genius influenced the shape of musical development long after his death. Made in cooperation with Virgin Music, this sumptuous, unconventional portrait of the composer offers a feast of riches for the eye and... more
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El Benny
Cuba, 2006, 120 min.
Cuba’s Oscar entry El Benny is based on the life of the famous Cuban musician, Benny Moré. The debut feature by writer/director Jorge Luis Sanchez features new versions of Morés songs performed by contemporary musicians including Chucho Valdes, Juan Formell, Haila and Orishas.... more
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The Go Master
China, 2006, 104 min.
Renowned filmmaker Tian Zhuangzhuang offers this poetic examination of spiritual resilience in turbulent times, based on the autobiography of international gaming champion Wu Qingyuan, today’s 90-something Go master who experienced much of the 20th century.... more
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Music Within
USA, 2007, 93 min.
This striking directorial debut and moving true story is about a man who heard his music, and released it to improve the lives of millions of people with disabilities. Ron Livingston (Band of Brothers) enthusiastically portrays Richard Pimentel, a brilliant public speaker who went to Vietnam ... more
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The Rocket
Canada, 2006, 125 min.
The Rocket is the story of Maurice ‘Rocket’ Richard, a Montreal hockey legend whose outrage at the lack of protection for himself and his French-speaking teammates sparked a national riot in 1955. Hockey fans will get shivers as they see the recreated matches from the game’s glory years.... more
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