Though film is a very visual medium, music is equally as essential to film. Music is what excites us, makes us fall in love, and pulls at the audience’s heartstrings.  This month’s selection of films about music shows how music is important and integral in any culture, from Italy to China to Australia and beyond.

 

The screenings will be held at The Loop, 12th Floor, SDA Building, De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde. FREE ADMISSION.

 

Our Shining Days

August 3-4, 12nn and 3pm

 

2017 / China / 2 hours and 12 minutes

Directed by Wang Ran

A glimpse into the lives of young music students in China and their heroic fight to keep traditional Chinese music alive – complete with an epic music battle.

 

 

Quartet

August 10-11,12nn and 3pm

2013 / United Kingdom / 2 hours and 3 minutes

Directed by Dustin Hoffman

Based on the play Quarter by Ronald Harwood. An annual recital to celebrate Verdi’s birthday in the home of retired professional musicians face some challenges

 

 

Legend of 1900

August 24 and 31, 12nn and 3pm

 

1998 / Italy / 2 hours and 5 minutes

Directed by Giuseppe Tornatore

The story of a foundling named 1900 who has a gift for playing the piano is told by his friend Max.

For inquiries, email mcad@benilde.edu.ph or call us at 2305100 loc 3897.