
Song of Lahore examines the lives and the cultural heritage of Pakistan's classical musicians, and asks whether there is still room for them in a society roiled by social and religious upheaval. After toiling in obscurity for years, an innovative album leads Sachal Studios to international acclaim, and a triumphant concert with Wynton Marsalis and his orchestra at Jazz at Lincoln Center. This feature length documentary by Academy Award winning filmmaker Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy ... (Full plot summary below)
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Song of Lahore examines the lives and the cultural heritage of Pakistan's classical musicians, and asks whether there is still room for them in a society roiled by social and religious upheaval. After toiling in obscurity for years, an innovative album leads Sachal Studios to international acclaim, and a triumphant concert with Wynton Marsalis and his orchestra at Jazz at Lincoln Center. This feature length documentary by Academy Award winning filmmaker Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy and Andy Schocken follows their dramatic journey, and asks if they will ever find an audience at home.
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| VarietyRonnie ScheibThe filmmakers eavesdrop on intimate musical interludes at home and in the workplace, where it becomes immediately apparent that these forgotten maestros consider themselves representatives of families who have practiced their art for centuries, passing on their musical knowledge from generation to generation. |
| Slant MagazineClayton DillardThe final note of optimism is consistent with the documentary's overall tone and interest in perseverance. |
| Los Angeles TimesMichael RechtshaffenThe unifying power of music is rewardingly demonstrated in Song of Lahore. |
| The New York TimesKen JaworowskiIf all of Song of Lahore were as exciting as its ending, you’d need an hour afterward to catch your breath. It’s not, yet despite a lackluster start, this documentary redeems itself by the finale. |
| Christian Science MonitorPeter RainerFor me, there is too much rue that goes unacknowledged by the filmmakers. When great musicians must adulterate their art in order to find an audience, I see no pressing reason to cheer. |
| The Hollywood ReporterJohn DeForeA likeable if not especially vibrant doc. |
| User ReviewEpicLadySpongeI know where this is going and the Song of Lahore will cheer all of us up from all the crying, regrets, and first world problems we're ending up in right now. |