Magic Skies: A History of the Art of Fireworks (2013)
Fireworks enchant our senses – for a short but wonderful moment. Old family businesses have saved the tradition of fireworks to the present day. The film shows how this art form has developed over the centuries: Starting in China over a thousand years ago, we journey through the opulent Baroque era in Italy, Germany and France, experience Japanese hanabi artists in action and are also on hand to experience Guy Fawkes’ Night in the UK. We see how fireworks were democratised, becoming something that everyone could enjoy and have access to - before arriving in the present where the art of fireworks is again what it was in its heyday, a celebration of money, power and beauty.
Director: Henrike Sandner
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 51 min
Release Date: June 28, 2013
Production: LOOKSfilm
Country: Japan
Language: English, Deutsch
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Magic Skies: A History of the Art of Fireworks about?
- Fireworks enchant our senses – for a short but wonderful moment. Old family businesses have saved the tradition of fireworks to the present day. The film shows how this art form has developed over the centuries: Starting in China over a thousand years ago, we journey through the opulent Baroque era in Italy, Germany and France, experience Japanese hanabi artists in action and are also on hand to experience Guy Fawkes’ Night in the UK. We see how fireworks were democratised, becoming something that everyone could enjoy and have access to - before arriving in the present where the art of fireworks is again what it was in its heyday, a celebration of money, power and beauty.
- Who directed Magic Skies: A History of the Art of Fireworks?
- Magic Skies: A History of the Art of Fireworks was directed by Henrike Sandner.
- How long is Magic Skies: A History of the Art of Fireworks?
- Magic Skies: A History of the Art of Fireworks has a runtime of 51m (51 minutes).
- What genre is Magic Skies: A History of the Art of Fireworks?
- Magic Skies: A History of the Art of Fireworks is a Documentary film.
- Where was Magic Skies: A History of the Art of Fireworks produced?
- Magic Skies: A History of the Art of Fireworks was produced in Japan.