EVENTS

In production :
Viva Garibaldi

Documentary 52mn

For most of us, the name "Garibaldi" doesn't mean much any more. But in fact, many of the larger cities of our western world have at least an avenue, a square, or a monument named in his honor. Garibaldi is a familiar name, but his story is still little known.

This international warrior for justice and freedom was active in numerous struggles in South America as well as in Europe. But above all, he is one of main contributors to Italy’s becoming a united country.
His adventurous life resembles an operatic story line, or a swash and buckle Hollywood film.
Garibaldi was born in Nice in 1807. He has since become a local legend through the actions he accomplished far from his homeland.
But, as is the case of most famous persons, he was sometimes overwhelmed by his own celebrity.

Like him, I was born in Nice, and for me, this account of Garibaldi's life is also an opportunity to investigate Nice’s cultural and political heritage.
Since it's annexation by France in 1860, this ancient independent county maintains a conflicting relationship with France and its local hero, Garibaldi. Nevertheless, since his death in 1882, many have tried to recuperate his image to promote their own ideas.
But Garibaldi belongs to no one person or state. He belongs to humanity.

In preparation :
Ny Malagasy Orchestra
(L'Orchestre National Malgache)

Feature length documentary 90mn

Justin Vali is considered throughout the world as the ambassador of Madagascan music.
This master of the "valiha", a traditional instrument of the Island, is also very concerned with the poor economical and cultural situation of his homeland.
In order to bring some attention to this country, Justin Vali has decided to create an ethnic national orchestra, "Ny Malagasy Orchestra".
This band will be made up of a dozen musicians who come from all parts of the country. The many different styles of music played in Madagascar will meet and be expressed together.
Beyond this cinematic and musical adventure, the film will be an opportunity by which to discover Madagascar today.
The meeting of these musicians in their personal environment, in their home town or village, will be a unique chance to witness and understand the social and cultural realities of Justin’s country.
This documentary is also a tribute to the people of Madagascar. In spite of their daily difficulties, they show us a way of being, and a relationship to the world of spirituality that we have somewhat forgotten in our material world.