Reel Time Film Series: Landfill Harmonic: A Symphony of the Human Spirit

86 East 8th Street,Holland MI 49423

15 November, 2022

Description

Landfill Harmonic follows the Recycled Orchestra of Cateura, a Paraguayan musical group that plays instruments made entirely out of garbage pieces found in the landfill where their community is settled. When their story goes viral, the orchestra is catapulted into the global spotlight. Under the guidance of idealistic music director Favio Chavez, the orchestra must navigate a strange new world of arenas and sold-out concerts. However, when a natural disaster strikes their community, Favio must find a way to keep the orchestra intact and provide a source of hope for their town. The film is a testimony to the transformative power of music and the resilience of the human spirit. Hosted by the City of Holland’s International Relations Commission, Hope College and the Holland Youth Advisory Council Running Time: 1 hr, 24 min English and Spanish