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When We Are Born

When We Are Born

Music
2021, Movie, 25min
WHEN WE ARE BORN is a unique live performance film that tells a touching and thoroughly human story based in part on Ólafur’s life. Filmed on location in Iceland in summer 2020, it features the contributions of an unparalleled creative collective including ground-breaking choreographer Erna Ómarsdóttir, the Iceland Dance Company and cinematographer Thor Eliasson. The music in the film builds upon Ólafur’s critically praised new album ‘some kind of peace’ and was performed and recorded live on set, representing a constant cinematic conversation between picture and music. Vincent Moon’s intimate cinematic vision brings this layered metaphorical world to life as we see Ólafur’s music manifested and symbolised all around him through set design, lighting and dance. Through themes of rituals, relationships and exploration of our inner landscapes, this is a film focused on how we all move forward.
Country: Iceland
Director:
Vincent Moon
Cast:
Ólafur Arnalds
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Vincent Moon
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Vincent Moon
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Ólafur Arnalds
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Ólafur Arnalds
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"When We Are Born" is a captivating live performance film that delves into the human experience through a powerful blend of music, dance, and visuals. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Iceland, the film follows a young musician as he embarks on a journey of self-discovery, reflected through the metaphorical language of dance and the raw emotion of music. With a unique creative collective at its helm, this film is an intimate and deeply human exploration of how we navigate the complexities of life and find our own path forward.

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