A Bookshelf on Top of the Sky: 12 Stories About John Zorn
Synopsis
A rare peek into the working methods of John Zorn. Filmed over a ten year period, this documentary includes live footage of Masada, Naked City, Cobra, as well as improvisations, his classical work and rare interviews. A prize winner at European festivals, this film documents Heuermann's very personal, fifteen year odyssey with the music of John Zorn.
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John Zorn
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Claudia Heuermann
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Mark Feldman
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Erik Friedlander
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Joyce Hammann
Self
Wayne Horvitz
Self
Yamatsuka Eye
Self
Bill Frisell
Self
Fred Frith
Self
Anthony Coleman
Self
Susie Ibarra
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Josh Roseman
Self
Jim Staley
Self
Jamie Saft
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Chris Speed
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Briggan Krauss
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Roberto Rodriguez
Self
Mason Wendell
Self
Release History & Theatrical Window
Munich International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
April 6, 2004
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Claudia Heuermann
- Screenplay & Story
- Claudia Heuermann
- Original Score
- John Zorn
- Original Title
- A Bookshelf on Top of the Sky: 12 Stories About John Zorn
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 22m
- Production Studios
- Claudia Heuermann Filmproduktion
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Claudia Heuermann
Claudia Heuermann
John Zorn
Rainer Hartmann
Claudia Heuermann
Claudia Heuermann
Department Leadership Roster
John Zorn
Original Music Composer
Claudia Heuermann
Writer
Claudia Heuermann
Director
Claudia Heuermann
Producer
Rainer Hartmann
Director of Photography
Claudia Heuermann
Editor
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What is A Bookshelf on Top of the Sky: 12 Stories About John Zorn about?
A rare peek into the working methods of John Zorn. Filmed over a ten year period, this documentary includes live footage of Masada, Naked City, Cobra, as well as improvisations, his classical work and rare interviews. A prize winner at European festivals, this film documents Heuermann's very personal, fifteen year odyssey with the music of John Zorn.
Who directed A Bookshelf on Top of the Sky: 12 Stories About John Zorn?
A Bookshelf on Top of the Sky: 12 Stories About John Zorn was directed by Claudia Heuermann.
Who stars in A Bookshelf on Top of the Sky: 12 Stories About John Zorn?
The principal cast of A Bookshelf on Top of the Sky: 12 Stories About John Zorn includes John Zorn, Claudia Heuermann, Mark Feldman, Erik Friedlander, Joyce Hammann.
When was A Bookshelf on Top of the Sky: 12 Stories About John Zorn released and how long is it?
A Bookshelf on Top of the Sky: 12 Stories About John Zorn was released in 2002 with a total runtime of 1h 22m.
Who composed the musical score for A Bookshelf on Top of the Sky: 12 Stories About John Zorn?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Bookshelf on Top of the Sky: 12 Stories About John Zorn was composed by John Zorn.