TIFF Cinematheque announces a special screening in Bucharest of the mesmerizing Moonage Daydream, a film that explores the creative genius of David Bowie like no other production has done before. A cinematic odyssey on the border between documentary and imagination, Moonage Daydream is directed by Brett Morgen, known for Cobain: Montage of Heck, a documentary about the Nirvana frontman, or Jane, which tells the story of Jane Goodall, the pioneering primate researcher.
The screening will take place on Friday, September 16, from 8:00 p.m., at CINEPLEXX Băneasa, in the incomparable Dolby Atmos audio format on the ULTRA hall, where viewers will have a truly impressive viewing experience.
The film will be followed by a themed party in the Control Club (Strada Constantin Mille 4) starting at 11:00 p.m., where access will be based on the movie ticket.
Tickets are available at www.cineplexx.ro, from the free mobile app Cineplexx or directly from the cinema’s ticket offices. A tickets for „Moonage Daydream” is RON 70.
David Bowie was one of the most prolific, extravagant and innovative artists of the modern era, considered one of the creators of glam rock. With a career spanning over 5 decades, which began in the 70s, Bowie is the author of hits such as Space Oddity, Ashes to Ashes, Let’s Dance, Under Pressure or Heroes, and the creator of iconic characters such as Ziggy Stardust or The Thin White Duke. He is also known for the leading roles played in films such as The Man Who Fell to Earth (1976), Just a Gigolo (1978), Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence (1983) or Labyrinth (1986). His work has been rewarded with Grammy Awards, BAFTAs or Golden Globes, and musicians such as Nirvana, Madonna or U2 have declared that David Bowie deeply influenced their careers. He has sold over 140 million albums worldwide.
In 2017, after the artist’s death, Bowie’s family and managers gave director Brett Morgen full access to Bowie’s archives, including original recordings of his music. For 5 years, Morgen has created a cinematic experience that transcends the boundaries of any genre and explores the many sides of the artist, from spirituality to creativity. Moonage Daydream shows us David Bowie as he wanted us to see him. The film premiered at the 2022 Cannes International Film Festival.