Scene from the film Brass Unbound
Scene from the film Brass Unbound
Scene from the film Brass Unbound
Scene from the film Brass Unbound
Scene from the film Brass Unbound
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Brass Unbound

Direction
Year 
1993
Country
  • Netherlands
Runtime
110min 
Audio Tracks 
Subtitles 

Documentary based on anthropological research in which the striking transformation of the Western brass band is investigated in several non-Western cultures. Van der Keuken filmed and Noshka van der Lely recorded the sound of orchestras from Nepal, Ghana, Surinam and Indonesia. It focuses on the assimilation of the march, often performed in the colonial era, in the native musical tradition. Several members of the orchestra are introduced, sketching a picture of everyday life. One significant element is the practice of religious rites at weddings and funerals, in which music plays a major role.

Details

  • Original Title
    Bewogen koper
  • Direction
  • Screenplay
    Rob Boonzajer Flaes, Johan van der Keuken
  • Cinematography
    Johan van der Keuken
  • Editing
    Jan Dop
  • Music
    Berlian Band, John Collins Band,Krishna Das, Baas Mal ,Peace Band
  • Runtime
    110 min (91+ min.)
  • Year
    1993
  • Country
    • Netherlands
  • Format
    • Colour

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