Michael Nyman in Progress

Overview

Featuring unprecedented access to Michael Nyman's working life, this film shows one of the great composers of our time in all his diversity and endless energy. From London to Berlin, Mexico, Poland, the Netherlands, and Portugal the film is also a journey through the musical world today. It shows Michael Nyman, the musician, in his concerts with The Michael Nyman Band and live collaborations with other internationally known musicians and orchestras. But throughout his journeys, this film discovers Nyman's increasing passion for filming and photography.

Directed by Silvia Beck

Top cast

Michael Nyman

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Volker Schlöndorff

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Gabrielle Lester

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Carsten Nicolai

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Steve Reich

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Alan Haydon

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