FILM
Film & Video Work by Kiran West
Kiran West is a filmmaker and visual artist based in Hamburg, creating films for dance, classical music, cultural institutions and artists. His work ranges from documentary and image films to dance films, behind-the-scenes projects and stage projections, with a particular focus on movement, performance and atmosphere.
Film
A Way of Life — Luciano Di Martino
A portrait film of Italian-German conductor Luciano Di Martino, exploring the focus, energy and quiet intensity behind a life in music.
Film
Orbit — with Christopher Evans
Dance film with Christopher Evans, choreographed by Kristina Borbelyova and filmed in Hamburg. A study of movement, space and the physical presence of the dancer.
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The Wanderers — at Hamburger Kunsthalle
A dance film created at the Hamburger Kunsthalle around Aleix Martínez’s The Wanderers, bringing movement into dialogue with the museum space.
Aleix Martínez lists The Wanderers as having premiered at the Hamburger Kunsthalle in 2023.
Garrett Keast — Conductor
Portrait film of conductor Garrett Keast, following his work in rehearsal and performance and capturing the energy behind his approach to music.
My Hand in Yours — Kristina Borbelyova & Christopher Evans
An improvised dance film with Kristina Borbelyova and Christopher Evans, filmed in Baden-Baden. Movement and camera come together in an intimate, spontaneous exchange.
Jane Eyre — Behind the Scenes with Hamburg Ballet
Behind-the-scenes film documenting the creation of Cathy Marston’s Jane Eyre with the Hamburg Ballet, featuring Ida Praetorius in the title role.