A Chair Fit for an Angel

A Chair Fit for an Angel

2014 ""
A Chair Fit for an Angel
A Chair Fit for an Angel

A Chair Fit for an Angel

7.2 | 1h15m | en | Documentary

For two hundred years, the Shakers have been America's most successful utopian society. While seeking harmony, order and perfection in every aspect of their lives, they built minimalistic furniture and buildings that influenced modern design. The Shakers wrote songs of exquisite beauty and danced to the point of ecstasy during their religious meetings. Inspired by this music and dance, choreographer Tero Saarinen created Borrowed Light, a dance piece about communal life and individual sacrifice. Shot in Finland and the United States, featuring interviews and excerpts from Borrowed Light, this documentary explore the cultural legacy of this religious group devoted to creating heaven on earth.

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7.2 | 1h15m | en | Documentary , Music | More Info
Released: March. 01,2014 | Released Producted By: Ciné Qua Non Média , Poetry in Motion Country: Finland Budget: 0 Revenue: 0 Official Website: http://raymondstjean.com/en/2013/11/16/chair/
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For two hundred years, the Shakers have been America's most successful utopian society. While seeking harmony, order and perfection in every aspect of their lives, they built minimalistic furniture and buildings that influenced modern design. The Shakers wrote songs of exquisite beauty and danced to the point of ecstasy during their religious meetings. Inspired by this music and dance, choreographer Tero Saarinen created Borrowed Light, a dance piece about communal life and individual sacrifice. Shot in Finland and the United States, featuring interviews and excerpts from Borrowed Light, this documentary explore the cultural legacy of this religious group devoted to creating heaven on earth.

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Cast

Jennifer Seguin

Director

Jean-François Lord

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Ciné Qua Non Média , Poetry in Motion

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