CineEuroConnect: A Collaborative Film Museum & Heritage Film Festival announces a series of heritage film screenings. These screenings offer audiences a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the rich history of cinema. Classic films are also priceless time capsules, capturing the essence of different eras, cultures and artistic movements. By exhibiting these cinematic gems, we aim to preserve and celebrate the cultural heritage of the film industry, allowing audiences to appreciate the art and storytelling techniques that have shaped the world of cinema.
Cosmic Dissection Room 1973
Director: Vasilis Vafeas
Duration: 61 min
The film is an adaptation of Ion Agărbiceanu's works, set against the backdrop of the gold mines in the Apuseni Mountains at the beginning of the 20th century. It weaves two distinct narratives: one follows a determined widow struggling to save her ailing daughter (directed by Mircea Veroiu), and the other portrays two wandering singers who abduct a bride from her wedding (directed by Dan Pița). The cast boasts renowned names from Romanian cinema, including Leopoldina Bălănuță, Mircea Diaconu Radu Boruzescu, and George Calboreanu Jr.
The event is part of CineEuroConnect: A Collaborative Film Museum & Heritage Film Festival, focusing on the exploration and celebration of cinema as a "Time Capsule."
The project is produced by Mockra Productions, and co-produced with ABI Foundation. The project is part of the National Cultural Programme Timisoara – European Capital of Culture in 2023 and is funded by the OverBorder Culture+ programme, run by The Centre for Culture and Arts from Timis County, with funds allocated from the state budget through the Ministry of Culture.