In pursuit of silence a documentary film by patrick shen. Between ipods, musicblasting restaurants, earsplitting sports stadiums, and endless air and road traffic, the place for quiet in our lives grows smaller by the day. The film takes us on an immersive cinematic journey around the globefrom a traditional tea ceremony in kyoto, to the streets of mumbai, the loudest city on the planetand inspires us to both experience silence and celebrate the wonders of our. In pursuit of silence pictures and movie photo gallery check out just released in pursuit of silence pics, images, clips, trailers, production photos and more from rotten tomatoes movie. Watch in pursuit of silence online vimeo on demand. In pursuit of silence is a meditative film about our relationship with silence and the impact of noise on our lives. I want to start with my conclusion and go from there. Oscars best picture winners best picture winners golden globes emmys san diego comiccon new york comiccon sundance film festival toronto intl film. The waiting kasra farahanis the waiting attempts to balance between indie thriller and friday night popcorn. In pursuit of silence 2015 in pursuit of silence 2015. This film does more than just tell a story, it testifies to the sheer loveliness of anythingeverythingwhen drenched in silence. From the desert fathers of the third century ad who became the model for christian monasticism to john cages seminal work 433. If ever there were a time for a documentary such as the pursuit of silence, its now. A documentary film exploring our relationship with silence and the impact of noise on.
Feb 02, 2017 beginning with an ode to john cages groundbreaking composition 433, in pursuit of silence takes us on an immersive cinematic journey around the globe from a traditional tea ceremony in kyoto, to the streets of the loudest city on the planet, mumbai during the wild festival season and inspires us to experience silence and celebrate the wonders of our world. Jun 05, 2017 the subject of patrick shens in pursuit of silence doesnt sound particularly revelatory on paper the new documentary explores the history and current state of silence, yes, silence. A meditative exploration of silence and the impact of noise on our lives. Just as the earlier book, in pursuit of silence fills an essential need in the ecological discoursenoise pollution. Enter your location to see which movie theaters are playing in pursuit of silence near you. Patrick shen is raising funds for in pursuit of silence finish the film on kickstarter. In the season 2 premiere, the greenleaf family struggles in the aftermath of macs release. Director patrick shen explores this sentiment as he reminds us what an important role silence or at least quiet can play in our lives. Screening will take place in the community room, primnceton public library in pursuit of silence is a meditative exploration of our relationship with silence, sound and the impact of noise on our lives. In pursuit of silence gives context to our increasingly desperate sense that noise pollution is, in a very real way, an environmental catastrophe. Patrick shen is raising funds for in pursuit of silence a documentary film on kickstarter. Outstanding achievement in sound editing sound effects, foley, dialogue and adr for documentary feature film. The film takes us on a journey around the globefrom a traditional tea ceremony in kyoto, to the streets of mumbai, the loudest city on the planetand inspires us to both experience silence and celebrate the wonders of our world.
In pursuit of silence doesnt really tell you much that you didnt already instinctively know silence is good, loud noise is bad but it does provide a sporadically interesting overview that could well have you rethinking your next vacation plans. Shot over two years across the globe, shens film tries to take a worldwide view of noise and the human interaction with it, ranging from festival season in india to tea ceremonies in kyoto. The negative impact of noise in our lives and the benefits of making time for silent reflection. Traveling across the country and meeting and listening to a host of incredible characters, including doctors, neuroscientists, acoustical engineers, monks, activists, educators, marketers, and. In pursuit of silence doesnt really tell you much that you didnt already instinctively know silence is good, loud noise is bad but it does provide a sporadically interesting overview that. In pursuit of silence is a meditative exploration of silence and the impact of noise on our lives. Listening and sharing our stories lent is a liturgical season when many. In pursuit of silence trailer 2015 video detective. Sep 27, 2017 beginning with an ode to john cages groundbreaking composition 433, in pursuit of silence takes us on an immersive cinematic journey around the globe from a traditional tea ceremony in kyoto, to the streets of the loudest city on the planet, mumbai during the wild festival season and inspires us to experience silence and. Watch greenleaf episodes online season 2 2017 tv guide. In pursuit of silence 2017 the negative impact of noise in our lives and the benefits of setting aside time for silent reflection. In pursuit of silence examines our everwidening sonic. There are many interviews and insights from experts like author george prochnik each in agreement that the benefits to silence.
Jun 05, 2017 the film takes us on an immersive cinematic journey around the globefrom a traditional tea ceremony in kyoto, to the streets of mumbai, the loudest city on the planetand inspires us to both. A model named cassidy has received some murder threats. Lady mae makes a lastditch attempt to save the bishop. In pursuit of silence 2015 technical specifications imdb. Offering audiences a contemplative cinematic experience, the sights and sounds of this film will work its way through frantic minds, into the quiet spaces of hearts, and help shape a new vision of being. Despite noise pollution being one of the most serious and ubiquitous of all pollution sources, few discuss it. A meditative film about our relationship with sound and the impact of noise on our lives. The huffington post in pursuit of silence is a contemplative and informative exploration of our relationship with silence, sound, and the toll taken by the din of modern life. Also sign me up for fanmail to get updates on all things movies. In pursuit of silence 2017 cast and crew moviefone. Beginning with an ode to john cages groundbreaking composition 433, in pursuit of silence takes us on an immersive cinematic journey around the globe from a traditional tea ceremony in kyoto, to the. Beginning with an ode to john cages groundbreaking composition 433, in pursuit of silence takes us on an immersive cinematic journey around the globe from a traditional tea ceremony in kyoto, to the streets of the loudest city on the planet, mumbai during the. Nov 19, 2017 in revealing the truth about his fear of living a life without the pursuit of vengeance in his heart, frank finally takes a long look at the man hes been seeing in his own reflection all season.
From the executive producers of csi and friday night lights comes a gripping new drama about friendship, love, revenge and the moral dilemma of how far one will go in the pursuit. Jun 23, 2017 in pursuit of silence is a meditative film about our relationship with silence and the impact of noise on our lives. Beginning with an ode to john cage s groundbreaking composition 433, in pursuit of silence takes us on an immersive cinematic journey around the globe from a traditional tea ceremony in kyoto, to the streets of the loudest city on the planet, mumbai during the wild festival season and inspires us to experience silence and celebrate the wonders of our world. June 22, 2017 in pursuit of silence isnt what you would call a wellrounded or intellectually rigorous documentary its too messianic for that but it is an interesting one. Jun 22, 2017 june 22, 2017 in pursuit of silence isnt what you would call a wellrounded or intellectually rigorous documentary its too messianic for that but it is an interesting one. A documentary exploring the value of silence, our relationship. Beginning with an ode to john cages seminal silent composition 433, the sights and sounds of this film delicately interweave with silence. In pursuit of silence a documentary film home facebook. In pursuit of silence s footage is consistently beautiful and purposeful. Beginning with an ode to john cages seminal silent composition 4 33, the sights and sounds of this film delicately interweave with silence to create a contemplative and cinematic experience that works its way through frantic minds and into. There is a difference between mere noise control and genuine silence, and prochnik makes an eloquent case for the latter, whether in the form of personal contemplation or communal spaces of. In our race towards modernity, amidst all the technological innovation and the rapid growth of our cities, silence is now quickly passing into legend. In pursuit of silence movie quotes rotten tomatoes.
In pursuit of silence a meditative film about our relationship silence, sound, and the impact of noise this interesting documentary released in 2016 takes the viewer on an immersive cinematic journey around the globe. Taking viewers into soundless audiotesting chambers, clamorous subway stations, and japanese woodlands, in pursuit of silence artfully examines the many facets of quiet and our everwidening sonic footprint. In pursuit of silence is a meditative exploration of our relationship with silence, sound and the impact of noise on our lives. Thats ostensibly the thesis behind director patrick shens latest film, in pursuit of silence. Mar 02, 2017 this interesting documentary released in 2016 takes the viewer on an immersive cinematic journey around the globe. In pursuit of silence will be the first comprehensive look at this topic whose many dimensions lie at the heart of so much of human progress.
In pursuit of silence is a style of i have, on more than one occasion, walked out of a grocery store midtrip, a halffilled cart left in an aisle never with refrigerated items, of course, because the blaring music and announcements were too much and i had to leave right away before i killed someone. Jan 06, 2014 in pursuit of silence is a meditative feature documentary about the value of silence, our relationship with sound, and the implications of living in such a noisy world. From forests, the wilderness, anechoic chambers, monasteries and japanese tea houses, to the streets of the loudest city on the planet, along the way we meet sound experts and silent seekers who share their experiences of silence. In pursuit of silence 2017 cast and crew the negative impact of noise in our lives and the benefits of setting aside time for silent reflection. You may be in a season of silence right now where you feel like youre hidden, but the silence doesnt mean god has forgotten about you. With silence promoted as scorseses 20year passion project, it was a film i couldnt resist seeing, the legend back behind the camera focusing on a subject not fully studied in cinema, a subject thats mostly misunderstood. Get it today with same day delivery, order pickup or drive up. In pursuit of silence by george prochnik doubleday. Beginning with an ode to john cages groundbreaking composition 433, in pursuit of silence takes us on an immersive cinematic journey around the globe from a traditional tea ceremony in kyoto, to the streets of the loudest city on the planet, mumbai during. Listening to doctors, neuroscientists, acoustical engineers, monks, activists, educators, marketers, and aggrieved citizens, george prochnikexamines why we began to be so loud as a society, and what. The film takes us on an immersive cinematic journey around the globefrom a traditional tea. The film takes us on an immersive cinematic journey around the globe from a traditional tea ceremony in kyoto, to the streets of mumbai, the loudest city on the planet and inspires us to both experience silence and celebrate the wonders of our world. More than money, power, and even happiness, silence has become the most preciousand dwindlingcommodity of our modern world.
Beginning with an ode to john cages groundbreaking composition 433, in pursuit of silence takes us on an immersive cinematic journey. A meditative feature film about the value of silence, our relationship with sound, and the impact of noise. Beginning with an ode to john cages groundbreaking composition 433, in pursuit of silence takes us on an immersive cinematic journey around the globe from a traditional tea ceremony in kyoto, to the streets of the loudest city on the. This is particularly so for the films first few minutes, free of any dialogue, where shen lets longtakes of vivid. In pursuit of silence, a meditative film documentary. More than money, power, and even happiness, silence has become the most precious and dwindling commodity of our modern world. Filmmakers interview theorists, environmentalists, and one scraggly recent college graduate observing a yearlong vow of silence while. In pursuit of silence patrick shen northwest film forum.
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