Matthew Bourne Movies
The transformative powers of the ocean underscore this documentary tracing the life of famed Dutch/Californian artist Bas Jan Ader, who vanished at sea in 1975 while attempting to sail the smallest boat on record across the Atlantic Ocean. As fellow immigrant filmmaker Rene Daalder explores the mysterious events surrounding Ader's disappearance, the viewer is treated to a sweeping overview of the entire contemporary art scene. Additional interviews with artists Rodney Graham, Ger van Elk, Fiona Tan, Tacita Dean, Charles Ray, Pipilotti Rist, and others reveal why Ader's work remains as powerful and influential as ever over thirty years since he vanished from the face of the Earth. ~ Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide
The romantic musical drama Car Man: An Auto-Erotic Thriller was originally broadcast on U.K. television. British choreographer Matthew Bourne revisited the classic Bizet opera Carmen with this contemporary version set in a small American town during the early '60s. A stranger named Luca (Alan Vincent) arrives in a small town and attracts the attentions of both married Lana (Saranne Curtin) and young man Angelo (Will Kemp). When Lana kills her husband, Angelo is framed while she and Luca escape together, leading to tragic psychological conclusions. ~ Andrea LeVasseur, All Movie Guide
Experience a new twist on the traditional Christmas classic in this release that brings Matthew Bourne's box-office smash directly from London's Sadler's Wells and onto the small screen. The whole family will enjoy Bourne's take on the familiar tale, and in addition to offering a rousing rendition of Tchaikovsky's timeless score, Bourne's production also features set design by Olivier-winning stage designer Anthony Ward. ~ Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide
