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202170 minGdocumentary

Spectral Transmissions

202170 minGdocumentary

Seventy minutes of curated audio works feature contributions from celebrated filmmakers and writers, created during lockdown.

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Michael Palmieri

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Seventy minutes of curated audio works feature contributions from celebrated filmmakers and writers, created during lockdown.

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Donal Mosherdirector

Michael Palmieri

Michael Palmieridirector

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Michael Palmieri and Donal Mosher present curated audio works on stage, featuring contributions from various filmmakers and writers. Created during the 2020 lockdown, the program showcases performances that blend storytelling, music, and art. Artists collaborated from a distance, reflecting the challenges of the time. The 70-minute documentary emphasizes the communal experience of creativity, bringing together diverse voices in a unique format.

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