Crossing the Bridge – The Sound of Istanbul

DocumentaryMusic

2005, Movie, 1h 30min

German musician Alexander Hacke explores Istanbul's rich music culture and attempts to create a portrait of Turkey through music genres. On this journey, he encounters a mosaic that covers countless genres from rock to arabesque, electronic to hip-hop.

Country: Turkey,Germany

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7.8

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Critic Alan Morrison

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...Turkish director Fatih Akin documents the sounds of a city, from gypsy folk traditions to the pulse of North African rhythms and the Arabic-influenced chromatic melodies of modern rock.

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Critic Noel Murray

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Crossing The Bridge was shot with an eye toward the kinetic, and cut with an impatience that shortchanges some of the artists, but keeps the rhythm lively.

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Critic Christian Hansen

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...indeholder smukke storbystemninger og hjerteskærende musik.

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Crossing the Bridge: The Sound of Istanbul is a documentary that delves into the rich musical heritage of Istanbul, a city that straddles Europe and Asia. The film takes viewers on a journey through the city's vibrant streets, exploring the intersection of traditional Turkish music, rock, and hip-hop. Through the eyes of award-winning director Fatih Akin, we experience the sights and sounds of this culturally diverse metropolis, challenging our preconceptions of east and west. The film is a celebration of the power of music to bring people together and create a unique cultural identity.

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