Gibsons – Monday, February 2, 7:30 pm
Sechelt – Thursday, February 5, 2:00 pm
Germany 2025, 112 min, Drama
Director: Ido Fluk
Starring: Mala Emde, Susanne Wolff, John Magaro
German with English subtitles
The title refers to the staging of an historic Keith Jarrett concert in Köln, Germany in 1975, which took place seemingly against all odds. The story is a biographical account of Vera Brandes, who somewhat accidentally became a promoter of jazz music at the age of 16, in defiance of her family’s wishes. Traveling to Berlin for a jazz festival, she hears Keith Jarret for the first time and is determined to bring him to Köln to play at the Opera House.
What ensues is a portrayal of Vera’s indomitable will, sheer grit, and power of persuasion. Vera is able to persuade a reluctant Keith Jarrett, convince a skeptical opera house manager, corral piano tuners, and ultimately sell out the house. This joyful film demonstrates the power of perseverance and the magic of music.