Copyright information:David C Scott & Billy Shebar
Monk in Pieces takes you inside the rich universe of Meredith Monk: composer, performer and pioneer of experimental music and performance art. Her influence on the art world is immense, yet often underestimated.
The film follows Monk in her seventh creative decade, as she looks back on a exceptional career and asks herzelf whether the work she has built can survive without her. Through interviews with artists like Björk and David Byrne, rare archival footage, and intimate observation, the film reveals Monk’s original language of sound, movement, and voice, transforming theatrical expression into a fully immersive experience.
At the same time, the documentary shows how Monk carved out her place in a male-dominated art world and how she passes her masterpiece ATLAS to a new generation of performers. A fascinating portrait of one of the most original voices of our time.
Monk in Pieces is presented in cooperation with Eye.
Hildur Guðnadóttir and Meredith Monk
Meredith Monk is a key source of inspiration for associate artist Hildur Guðnadóttir. The documentary will be followed by a conversation between Meredith Monk and Hildur Guðnadóttir.
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Monk in Pieces © Billy Shebar
© Billy Shebar
