Maximilian Thurlow: Reunited, A Short Film about Music and the Human Spirit
Award: Shortlist
Shortlist / Next Director / Documentary / 2017
Director's Profile:
Max Thurlow is an award-winning filmmaker and camera op who is passionate about using moving image to tell important stories and loves all aspects of filmmaking.
Film Description:
In this uplifting short film, Noisey meets 93 year old jazz pianist Edward Hardy. Ed was given a new lease of life and relief from dementia and depression, when his care home discovered he was a talented pianist in his younger days. He is reunited with his ex-band members for a special performance, which proved the power of music for people suffering cognitive disorders.