Cinefest Oz

The Tree screening at Cinefest Oz in beautiful Busselton, Western Australia, went down a treat. Maybe it was the rapturous reception from the country crowd, maybe it was the sunny winter's day, or maybe it was the proximity of the famous Margaret River wine region. Busselton seems like the perfect place to celebrate French-Australian cinema.

The Ace Central Cinemas, Busselton, decked out for the Festival

 Apart from some fantastic premieres from Western Australian filmmakers, also showing at Cinefest Oz was Welcome, by Writer/Director, Phillipe Lioret, an inspiring film with a small connection to The Tree; Post-Production Supervisor, Eric Duriez.

The Tree and Welcome 'Now Showing' at Busselton

Jane Birkin, Serge Gainsbourg and Charlotte Gainsbourg, ACMI Melbourne

Je t'aime: The Filmic Lives of Gainsbourg and Birkin

Serge Gainsbourg and Jane Birkin

For decades, the Birkin - Gainsbourg family has lived music, film and fashion; exploring the taboo and delighting lovers of pop culture.

Experience the cinematic signatures of Serge, Jane and Charlotte in a season brimming with passion and enduring style at the The Australian Centre for the Moving Image in Melbourne.  "The Filmic Lives of Gainsbourg and Birkin" showcases the work of the Gainsbourg/Birkin family with a series of screenings from 7 to 19 October:
Curated by Kristy Matheson.

ACMI Media Release

Gainsbourg and His Girls (Gainsbourg, l'homme qui aimait les femmes) An enlightening portrait of Gainsbourg as seen through the eyes of his many muses.

Charlotte For Ever Gainsbourg's third feature as writer/director was created as a gift for his daughter Charlotte.

I Love You All (Je vous aime) Claude Berri's intriguing film starring Catherine Deneuve, Serge Gainsbourg and Gérard Depardieu.

Slogan Birkin's first French-speaking role and her debut on screen (and in song) with Gainsbourg.

Seven Deaths In the Cat's Eye (La morte negli occhi del gatto) With secret vampires and a killer cat, this film has the makings of an unmissable B movie whodunnit.

Jane B. Par Agnès V. This kaleidoscopic work is a charming film/game from one of France's most fascinating directors.

Daddy Nostalgia (Daddy Nostalgie) Bertrand Tavernier's exploration of the intricacies of human relationships.

Kung Fu Master (Le petit amour) An evocative portrayal of female desire.

Come Dance With Me (Voulez-vous danser avec moi) A deliciously entertaining romp with blonde bombshell Bardot in top form.

My Wife Is an Actress Art imitates life in a romantic comedy that casts Charlotte Gainsbourg alongside husband Yvan Attal.

Gainsbourg Lascivious, poetic and dizzyingly inventive; a spectacular tribute to the provocateur and his music.

Je t'aime... moi non plus Gainsbourg's sexual taboo laden film starring Jane Birkin and Warhol superstar, Joe Dallesandro.

Antichrist Lars Von Trier's exhilarating riff on the horror genre, starring Charlotte Gainsbourg.

Check out Philiipa Berry's great piece on Serge Gainsbourg and Jane Birkin here on the ACMI Blog


New interview with Jane Birkin at Boston.com on the recent reissue of a classic...

"It's made my career without anyone knowing anything about me."

Birkin reflects on her relationship and artistic work with the late Serge Gainsbourg, including their infamous song "Je t'aime... moi non plus".

The Tree and Daryl Hannah on a Mission (Beach)

07/09/2010

Daryl Hannah (Our Favourite Tree Hugger) launches The Tree screening at Mission Beach

 The Tree Team have just heard the wonderful news that Daryl Hannah will be launching the 2010 Mission Beach Film Festival prior to the special Gala screening of The Tree.

As an actor, filmmaker and environmental activist, Daryl Hannah is the perfect representative for the Mission Beach Film Festival. The Festival works hard to promote its of values of Respect for Nature, Universal Human Rights, Economic Justice, A Culture of Peace, What the World Could Be...
The Tree Team are honored that The Tree  has been selected to open this fantastic Festival and so excited that Daryl Hannah will be there to share this great experience.

Here's some local Queensland news articles about the Festival Launch:







Find out more about Daryl Hannah's work to promote sustainability at her website: dhlovelife.com
And if you have a moment to spare, check out Daryl Hannah's tree sitting protest at South Central Farm in L.A. youtube
We think she too looks pretty good up in a tree.


Lucky enough to be near beautiful Mission Beach on the 17th September? Check out the website below to find out how to buy tickets. 
 www.missionbeachfilmfestival.com.au
For further information contact Anton Whitehead 0419 274 500 anton@whitehead19.com.au
Mission Beach Film Festival Office 07 4088 8113 .

07/09/2010

The Tree Soundtrack: J.S. Bach

The Tree Soundtrack Artists:

J.S. Bach

'Die Kriegsknechte Aber, Da Sie Jesum
-As performed by The Scholars Baroque Ensemble

The Scholars Baroque Ensemble was originally founded in 1987 and has gained worldwide success throughout the last twenty years.

Each member is a specialist in the field of Baroque music and plays original instruments (or copies) using contemporary techniques. Singers and players work together without a Director to produce their own versions of great baroque masterworks.

The excerpt featured on The Tree soundtrack is a sacred oratorio of Bach. The original Latin title translates to 'The Suffering After John' and was composed by Bach during his first winter at St. Thomas Church for the Good Friday Vespers service of 1742.

The Tree soundtrack CD NOW available to buy online:
www.taylormedia.com.au/products

Or is available now online via itunes:
http://itunes.apple.com/au/album/weak/id387860044?i=387860048&ign-mpt=ou%3D4

The Tree Soundtrack: Gregoire Hetzel

The Tree Soundtrack Artist:


Gregoire Hetzel

Composer

Whilst studying at the Conservatoire National Superior de Musique in Paris, Gregoire gained a reputation for creating musical scores for silent movies, playing the piano during live performances. His first composition for film was for Mathieu Amalric's Le Stade De Wimbledon.
Since then he has scored part of the official selections for Cannes in 2008, and the Emmanuel Bourdieu's Les Aminities Malefiques, which was awarded the Great Critics Prize in 2006. He also writes and arranges songs for Barbara Carlot and in 2003 wrote his first novel Le Vert Paradis.

The Tree Soundtrack CD is NOW available to buy online:
www.taylormedia.com.au/products
Also available to download through itunes here:http://itunes.apple.com/au/album/weak/id387860044?i=387860048&ign-mpt=ou%3D4

The Tree Soundtrack: The Slippers

The Tree Soundtrack Artist:

The Slippers

'Flying Foxes'
'Shiver Shiver'

Christian Byers, who plays eldest son Tim in The Tree features as the guitar, organ and vocals of young band The Royal Slippers, or The Slippers for short.

Evolving from White Stripes covers to soft, glorious folk/blues tracks, they recorded their first EP - The Festival in Megaphon Studios in St Peters, which is now available online through their website.

With future recording in their sights, The Slippers continue to play when they can, and chase up gig opportunities while staying on track with their high school studies.

For more information, or to preview and purchase the EP, checkout The Slipper's myspace:
www.myspace.com/theroyalslippers

The Tree Soundtrack CD is NOW available to buy online here:
www.taylormedia.com.au/products

And is available now via itunes:
http://itunes.apple.com/au/album/weak/id387860044?i=387860048&ign-mpt=ou%3D4

The Tree Soundtrack: The Cinematic Orchestra

The Tree Soundtrack Artist:

The Cinematic Orchestra

'To Build a Home'

Formed in the late 90's, The Cinematic Orchestra is a British Jazz and Electronic outfit who bless The Tree soundtrack with their gorgeous track 'To Build a Home'.

Aptly named for its use of saxophone, piano, drums, guitar and bass, featured vocalists, as well as turntables and samples, it is not surprising that The Cinematic Orchestra are a renown live act, and their recorded work has featured on the likes of Grey's Anatomy, One Tree Hill, and Hollyoaks.

Look out for The Cinematic Orchestra while they continue their European tours in Paris, Berlin and London in September.

Check out all their releases, live updates and pics at their website:
www.cinematicorchestra.com

The Tree soundtrack CD is NOW available online at:
www.taylormedia.com.au/products