LIFE AND MUSIC

THE MARCHING BAND

EN FANFARE

Director: Emmanuel Courcol

France / 2024 / Colour / 103’ / French; Turkish subtitles

Screenplay: Emmanuel Courcol, Irène Muscari, Oriane Bonduel, Marianne Tomersy

Music: Michel Petrossian

Cinematography: Maxence Lemonnier

Editing: Guerric Catala

Cast: Benjamin Lavernhe, Pierre Lottin, Sarah Suco

Producer: Marc Bordure, Robert Guédiguian

Production Company: Agat Films

World Rights: Playtime

A heartfelt comedy-drama, The Marching Band follows acclaimed orchestra conductor Thibaut, who is diagnosed with leukemia and discovers through a DNA test that he is adopted. This revelation leads him to his biological brother, Jimmy, a factory worker and trombone player in a local marching band, eventually setting right what destiny has disrupted. Courcol, known for his sensitive and melodious storytelling, combines a poignant narrative with rich musical elements praised by critics to contain ’solid entertainment and delightful music.’

Awards

• 2024 San Sebastian Audience Award–Perlak
• 2024 Namur Audience Award
• 2024 Cinemania (Montreal) Audience Award

Screened with the support of Institut français İzmir.

This film will be screened with a ticket fee at IstinyePark Renk Cinema in the 9:00 PM session. Information about ticket sales will be announced on our social media channels.

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