Atlantic Jewish Film Festival Presents “Mr. Gaga”

Thursday, June 8 | 6:30PM | Paul O’Regan Hall, Halifax Central Library

The Atlantic Jewish Film Festival invites you to a free screening (with a special guest speaker) of:

Enter the world of Ohad Naharin, renowned choreographer and artistic director of the Batsheva Dance Company. Meeting him at a critical turning point in his personal life, this spirited and insightful documentary will introduce you to a man with great artistic integrity and an extraordinary vision.
“Mr. Gaga”, eight years in the making, captures the elusive beauty of contemporary dance and immerses the audience in the creative process behind Batsheva’s unique performances.
Using intimate rehearsal footage, extensive unseen archive materials and stunning dance sequences, acclaimed director Tomer Heymann tells the fascinating story of an artistic genius who redefined the language of modern dance and is guaranteed to leave you skipping.

Documentary| 100 min.| English and Hebrew with subtitles| Israel, Sweden, Germany, Netherlands|2015

 

Thursday, June 8 | 6:30PM | Paul O’Regan Hall, Halifax Central Library, Spring Garden Road

 

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