Event

Dance + Film Collide

Without Wings directed by Jo Meuris
(Canada, 2010, 4m, Animation)
Without Wings is a celebration of the human body in motion. The movements of dancers, traceurs, and acrobats are woven together in a symphony of animated figures who rejoice in the ability to defy gravity.

Who Is Paco Gomes: a dance documentary directed by Skye Christensen
(USA, Brazil, 2010, 25 min, Documentary)

Discover the dance of Paco Gomes, who straddles Western and Brazilian culture through his art and life. This dance documentary follows the movement of Paco's dance, his artistic process, and his travels. As Paco's life stretches between two cultures, it is love that guides him. The aphorism, 'Home is Where the Heart is,' has never been so true

Lello directed by Mimi Cave
(USA, 2009, 7 min, Experimental)
A moving dialogue between Mother and Daughter.

Adult Beginner Ballet directed by Michelle Ortega
(USA, 2009, 22 min, Documentary)
A documentary that shows it is never too late to do the things you love. Watch as adults of all ages and shapes come together and make time in their busy days to enjoy the art of ballet. Adult Beginner Ballet is a portrait of one dedicated teacher and her group of devoted students. Watch as they let go of their daily worries and self-doubt to create a performance for all to enjoy.

Glimpses directed by Greta Schoenberg, Ben Estabrook
(USA, 2009, 3 min, Short Film)
A solo dance fragmented by light and shadow.