Bonus features: short film "Toscanini, hymn of the nations" (29 min.); a brief history of "The Intenationale"; director biography; song lyrics. Educational and home use only. Commentary: Pete Seeger, Annette Rubenstein, Vladimir Zak, Archie Green, Maurice Jackson, Billy Bragg, Li Lu.
Summary:
Using rare archival footage and interviews with historians, musicians and activists, this film tells the story of this 100-year-old anthem of the oppressed and exploited, and celebrates the relationship between music and social change. A Spanish Civil War veteran, a labor activist, a student leader of the Tiananmen Square protests and others describe the emotional reaction they have when they hear the notes which still unite those who are part of the international movement for justice and equality.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.