Still dreaming [videorecording] / written, directed, produced, and edited by Hank Rogerson & Jilann Spitzmiller.
2016
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Title
Still dreaming [videorecording] / written, directed, produced, and edited by Hank Rogerson & Jilann Spitzmiller.
Published
[Santa Fe, N.M.] : Philomath Films, [2016]
Distributed
[Brooklyn, N.Y.] : FilmRise, [2016]
Copyright
©2014
Description
1 videodisc (93 minutes) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Associated name
Rogerson, Hank, film producer, film director, editor of moving image work.
Spitzmiller, Jilann, film producer, film director, editor of moving image work, director of photography.
Philomath Films, film production company.
FilmRise (Firm), film distributor.
Spitzmiller, Jilann, film producer, film director, editor of moving image work, director of photography.
Philomath Films, film production company.
FilmRise (Firm), film distributor.
Material base
metal plastic
Summary
"Documents a unique take on Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream" as performed by a group of retired actors, dancers and musicians at the Lillian Booth Actors Home just outside New York City.These former Broadway stars embark on a journey through the magical play at the urging of the Home's administrators, who see this as an opportunity to boost quality of life for the residents. As the rehearsal process unfolds, the actors find themselves experiencing both the pain and exhilaration of re-immersion in their life's work amidst the difficulties of old age. At the same time, the troupe's young co-directors, Ben Steinfeld and Noah Brody of NYC's celebrated Fiasco Theater, struggle to maintain forward momentum with this over-80 acting ensemble. Alzheimer's, dementia, and even minor issues such as sight and hearing loss create constant crises and obstacles for all involved. As the troupe pushes forward, the play's themes of perception, reality vs. dreaming, and memory become relevant in sharp relief. Ultimately the performance of the play turns out to be surprising, mysterious and resonant, and a vital reminder of the value of engaging in our dreams no matter the circumstance."-- Publisher's website.
Note
Originally produced in the United States as a motion picture and released in 2014.
Credits
Cinematography, Shana Hagan, Jilann Spitzmiller ; original score, James Stemple.
System details
DVD ; stereo and 5.1.
Digital file characteristics
video file DVD video all regions
Item Details
Call number
DVD 355