

Living Bach
Synopsis
There are more than 300 Bach choirs and Bach ensembles worldwide, most of which are made up of amateurs. For many, their lives are inextricably linked with the music of Johann Sebastian Bach. What do people seek and find in his music? What connects them across continents? What fascination lies in the music of the famous German composer, which manages to transcend borders, cultures, religions and centuries? The film embarks on a journey through six continents to meet amateur musicians and singers who have made Bach their "centerpiece".
Top Cast
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Bangalow Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
April 12, 2024
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Anna Schmidt
- Screenplay & Story
- Anna Schmidt
- Original Title
- Living Bach
- Spoken Languages
- German, English, Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 54m
- Production Studios
- Schmidtfilm, Departures Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Anna Schmidt
Anna Schmidt
Axel Schneppat
Markus Schröder
Department Leadership Roster
Anna Schmidt
Director
Markus Schröder
Editor
Axel Schneppat
Director of Photography
Anna Schmidt
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Living Bach.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living Bach
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Living Bach about?
There are more than 300 Bach choirs and Bach ensembles worldwide, most of which are made up of amateurs. For many, their lives are inextricably linked with the music of Johann Sebastian Bach. What do people seek and find in his music? What connects them across continents? What fascination lies in the music of the famous German composer, which manages to transcend borders, cultures, religions and centuries? The film embarks on a journey through six continents to meet amateur musicians and singers who have made Bach their "centerpiece".
Who directed Living Bach?
Living Bach was directed by Anna Schmidt.
Who stars in Living Bach?
The principal cast of Living Bach includes Thabang Modise, Lee Hai Lin, David Portillo, Kazuko Navata, Jesse Gehman.
When was Living Bach released and how long is it?
Living Bach was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 54m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Living Bach?
Living Bach holds official age classifications: DE: 0 (FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.).



















