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IMDb20231h 54m

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".

Release History & Theatrical Window

World Premiere

Bangalow Film Festival

Festival / Special Debut

4K UHD / Blu-ray 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

Director

Anna Schmidt

Screenplay & Story

Anna Schmidt

Director of Photography

Axel Schneppat

Film Editing

Markus Schröder

Department Leadership Roster

Anna Schmidt

Director

Markus Schröder

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

Germany (FSK)0

FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.

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.).