Man with a Movie Camera

“This is an exuberant manifesto that celebrates the infinite possibilities of what cinema can be.” — Observer (UK)

“[Justin] Sherburn…has made a name for himself with his chamber outfit Montopolis’ stunning, hour-long score to the famous 1929 Russian silent. The capacity audience at Alamo Drafthouse last weekend gave the local sextet a well-deserved standing ovation at the conclusion of the film and its accompanying live performance.” — The Austin Chronicle

Revered as a visual masterpiece and one of the greatest documentary films ever made, Man with a Movie Camera (1929) gives historical context to the current Russian invasion and lays bare the costs of the ongoing humanitarian crisis. The joyful original score by Montopolis’ Justin Sherburn celebrates the beauty and resilience of Ukraine’s people and aims to inspire American audiences to support the country in its time of need.