Journey behind the curtain to witness the creation of “Star Among the Cosmic Clouds,” a powerful new song from the album ALAN: Cosmic Rhapsody. This documentary delves into the creative process, tracing the song’s origins from its soulful roots with composer Joi Barua to its grand transformation into an orchestral pop masterpiece.
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Review by Julie C. Sheppard:
A recent musical masterpiece was created, Star Among the Cosmic Clouds, with the efforts of a huge team of talented artists. The steps in the creation of this epic piece are beautifully revealed in this short, yet rich “Making of” documentary.
Intimate commentary by the central creator of the project, Susan Lim, gives context to the origins, struggles and eventual triumph bringing these gifted people together to help elucidate her vision. Striking themes resound about the meaning of life in an age of AI, the power of storytelling and the balance between fact, fiction and folklore, and the importance of protecting the environment on Earth and in the cosmos.
The vibrant animation, often focusing on a small band of brave animal travellers, is interspersed with vivid close ups of the musicians showing their skill and artistry in the development of this remarkable, uplifting work. The documentary viewer is also given a thrilling “front seat” chance to experience the soaring orchestral and vocal refrains of a polished performance in front of an enthralled audience.
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