Tribute to Fredi M. Murer
Fredi M. Murer to be the guest of honor at the 14th annual Lessinia Film Festival
Authoritative and independent voice of Swiss cinema, Walserian cantor, and subtle interpreter of his native land – a place where he still lives and from which he continues to draw inspiration – Fredi M. Murer will be the honored guest of the 14th edition of the Lessinia Film Festival, taking place in Bosco Chiesanuova (Verona) from August 23-31, 2008. Perhaps it is not surprising that the director, frequently invited to film festivals around the world (his last film, Vitus, appeared in Berlin, Locarno, San Sebastian, and Rome) accepted the invitation to this small festival, the only one (in Italy) dedicated exclusively to mountain life, history and traditions. Fredi M. Murer will present two of his (self-described) “most beloved” films at Bosco Chiesanuova. The films lend a voice to the mountains that he has spent his career – begun in 1962 when he was only 20 years old – exploring.
(Don't blame us mountaineers for living in the mountains)
by Fredi M. Murer
108', 35mm, Swiss, 1974
Three quasi-symphonic movements that recount the simple life in the Swiss canton of Uri, and how industrialization is changing it all.
(Alpine Fire)
by Fredi M. Murer
117', 35 mm, Swiss, 1985
An incestuous relationship takes place in a remote cabin in the mountains of Switzerland and a love story between brother and sister emerges.
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