Dainu kamermistērija "Es, karā aiziedams"

Dainu kamermistērija "Es, karā aiziedams"

2019 · 40 min · Documentary, Music

An experimental video concert using split-screen technology – a new audiovisual work by Gundega Šmite and director Aleksandr Okonov. Subtle modernism in music, Latvian folk song lyrics, the classical-ethnic music of the Arcandela ensemble, and collage-style video direction, with material filmed during the concert recording with 17 video cameras, creating the impression of a live performance.

Directed by Aleksandrs Okonovs · Written by Gundega Šmite

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