Watch a monumental silent documentary film with a unique vocal score by sound artist, nature beatboxer and composer Jason Singh
Sound artist, nature beatboxer and composer Jason Singh performs his live soundtrack to John Grierson’s monumental silent documentary film Drifters. Premiering alongside Battleship Potemkin in 1929, Drifters follows North Sea herring trawlermen through their dramatic daily routines as well as the industry’s struggles between tradition, modernity, and nature.
Originally commissioned by BFI, Jason’s critically acclaimed and totally unique solo score combines live vocal sound effects, beatboxing techniques and live sampling to create a thrilling cinematic experience.
“So powerful and so beautifully done.” – Mark Kermode, The Observer, on Jason Singh – Drifters
“Amazing!… Sensory and emotional… Fantastic combination of old and new. Taking the film to another level” – audience comment
Film credits:
Director: John Grierson. Country / Year: UK / 1929
Classification: PG – Suitable for general viewing
Project credits: Produced by Sound UK. Soundtrack originally commissioned by BFI.
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