Project Detail

Tosse not my Soule

Synopsis

Tosse Not My Soule counterpoints the polyphonic radiance of English Renaissance madrigal composition with contemporary urban realities.
Three songs from the 16th century by John Dowland are performed by sounds and shapes from modern city life and paint a portrait of its inhabitants emotive states of longing and promise.

Details

Year
2015
Type of film
Shorts
Running time
4 mins 25 secs
Format
HD digital
Director
Sebastian Buerkner
Sound
Sebastian Buerkner

Production Status

Sales Company

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