The Klezmer Project

Argentinian cameraman Leandro makes a living from filmingJewish weddings. At one of his jobs, he falls in love with Paloma,the clarinetist of the Klezmer band. To seduce her he pretendsto be shooting a documentary film about traditional Yiddish folkmusic. What Leandro does not know is that his “fake” film projectwill take him on an unscripted journey throughout EasternEurope in search of the last remaining Klezmer melodies.

Wednesday, Mar 5th, 5:00 p.m. – Portland Museum of Art

Short panel discussion led by Bates students

A fascinating investigation of Klezmer music and its place in Jewish culture.”
– Screen International

Best First Feature Award, 2023 Berlin Film Festival

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