ENESCU - Skinned Alive
a film by Toma Enache
December 5, 2024, 18:00
ENESCU is coming to your city!
Don't miss the premiere screening of the film “Enescu – Skinned Alive," directed by Toma Enache, in his presence and some members of the team. You will have the chance to ask them questions at the end of the screening!
The film “Enescu, Skinned Alive" will be exclusively presented in gala premieres, in 30 cities across the country, in the presence of the director and some team members, offering the audience a unique cinematic experience.
“Enescu – Skinned Alive” follows a disturbing and captivating story about creation and love and the challenges of the legendary composer George Enescu, revealing his human side, the sufferings, and sacrifices he endured to fulfill his artistic destiny and his unique love for Princess Maruca Cantacuzino. Through sensitive and profound direction, Toma Enache presents the public with an emotional exploration of a genius's soul, in a film that combines music, history, and personal drama.
This is an opportunity to experience a unique cinematic experience and discover an unseen part of Enescu's life, presented on the big screen in a limited series of screenings. Secure your place at this gala premiere and witness a story about courage, art, and sacrifice!
Toma Enache, the director of the film “ENESCU, Skinned Alive," was recently awarded the “Premio Cultura” at the cultural event “Leoni, Gattopardi di Sicilia,” organized at Palazzo Donà dalle Rose, in Venice. This project was created and directed by Nino Graziano Luca, in collaboration with Countess Chiara Modica Donà dalle Rose, under the patronage of the Culture Commission of the Italian Chamber of Deputies and the International Council of Dance UNESCO.
Director Toma Enache emphasizes: “This film aims to highlight not only the genius of composer George Enescu but also his human side. I hope that through this production we bring the public closer to Enescu's soul and make him loved as he deserves. Beyond the genius composer, there is the man Enescu, whom the public can discover in this film. I hope our film contributes to softening some among us, something Enescu wanted to do, through his music. Perhaps not only to soften them but also to make them love him as he deserves.”
The film benefits from a remarkable cast, with Mircea Dragoman as George Enescu and Theodora Sandu as Princess Maruca, alongside well-known actors such as Cezara Dafinescu, Manuela Hărăbor, Adrian Titieni, Cristian Sofron, Kira Hagi, Pavel Ulici, Filip Ristovski, Erica Moldovan, Codrin Dănilă and the late Constantin Codrescu. The costumes are designed by Italian Stefano Nicolao, famous for his work on Oscar-winning productions, and the music includes works by George Enescu and original compositions by Sebastian Androne-Nakanishi, named “Composer of the Year 2022” at the International Classical Music Awards.
The soundtrack is performed by The National Orchestra of France, conducted by Maestro Cristian Măcelaru, artistic director of the George Enescu Festival, and by The National Radio Orchestra of Romania, conducted by Maestro Horia Andreescu. Violinist Alexandru Tomescu also adds a distinctive touch to this sound production. The soundtrack includes an original musical fragment performed by George Enescu on violin and Dinu Lipatti on piano.
On the film's Facebook and Instagram pages, the complete list of dates and locations for each premiere is posted. Check the list and don't miss your only chance to see the film “Enescu – Skinned Alive” in your city!
About the film:
George Enescu, a brilliant composer and violinist, is at the peak of his career and dreams of composing an opera. He falls in love with Princess Maruca, who inspires and challenges him. Although she loves him passionately, Maruca is tied to her husband and children. Destiny frees her from marriage, but will it be enough for the two to be happy together? And the opera? Will Enescu ever succeed in composing it?
Title: “Enescu – Skinned Alive”
Duration: 120 minutes
Soundtrack: The National Orchestra of France, conducted by Maestro Cristian Măcelaru and The National Radio Orchestra of Romania, conducted by Maestro Horia Andreescu
Director: Toma Enache
Producers: Marta Maria Mocanu, Elena Enache
Release Date: November 2, 2024
For further details regarding the event above, please contact the organizing entity: ,Association C.L.A. La Steaua, CIF ,12708800 BUCURESTI
