Piazzolla: The Years of the Shark(HKAF PLUS 2021)

The Argentinian composer and bandoneon player, Astor Piazzolla (1921-1992) is an influential figure who drastically revolutionized tango. In this film, his son, Daniel Piazzolla, reveals previously unpublished footages and audio recordings from the family’s private collection, exposing Piazzolla as a headstrong, complex, yet passionate artist. Through in-depth conversations of Astor and his family, the audience could delve into the thoughts of the legendary tango master.

In celebration of the composer’s centennial, there will be a pre-screening music demonstration by Fernando Rezk introducing the key instrument in Argentine tango music: bandoneon.

Live Demonstration Cancellation Notice:
According to the government’s latest social distancing measures, no live performance is allowed in cinemas, the live demonstration section has therefore been cancelled. As venue arrangements will depend on prevailing conditions and guidelines, please check the HKAF or MOViEMOViE website for the latest updates.