COMING HOME - 75 Years Israel Philharmonic
Orchestra
Documentary on the anniversary of the extraordinary orchestra
A Film by János Darvas
The Israel Philharmonic Orchestra - a cultural icon of Israel and
one of the greatest classical ensembles in the world - celebrates its 75th
Birthday on December 26th, 2011. The film by János Darvas portrays
the orchestra and tells of its moving history, which is both a reflection
of the history of Israel and the fate of the Jews in the 20th Century. With
texts from memoirs, with material from radio interviews, home movies and
photos from the orchestra’s archives, as well as from private collections,
the film will not only tell the story of the orchestra, but draws parallels
to the fates of many individuals. Historical footage brings the 75-year history
of the orchestra to life. Interviews with orchestra members from the early
years weave through talks with musicians that joined later, and with current
orchestra members. Moreover, Zubin Mehta, Daniel Barenboim and Pinchas Zukerman
have their say.
HD - 52 minutes
A production of EuroArts Music International in co-production with
WDR/Arte/IBA
Completion: November 1st, 2011