Matisyahu- A Short Documentary by David Baugnon
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Matisyahu Synopsis: Matisyahu (Matthew in Hebrew) is a Hasidic Reggae/Beat Box/Rapper whose performances meld Jewish tradition with modern sounds, creating a new form of spiritual expression. This documentary follows Matisyahu as he performs in New York City and explains his conversion to Hasidism and his mission to ignite spirituality in others with his music. Directed by David Baugnon. Edited by Ed Holt. Additional Footage provided by Projectile Arts. Running time approximately 12 minutes.
Upcoming Screenings of Matisyahu by David Baugnon
Film, Music and Jewish American Experience - As part of “Jewish in America,” Town Hall and the Seattle Jewish Film Festival join together for a special program on the role film and music play in Jewish American life. Speakers include members of the Zmiros Project—Frank London, Lorin Sklamberg and Rob Schwimmer, singer Joshua Nelson, and others, along with four short musical films, including award-winning short documentary Matisyahu.
Screening to be held at Seattle Town Hall, January 29, 2009, 7:30-9pm, Seattle, Washington
Press for Matisyahu
4 minute (8 MB) Televised Interview of Matisyahu on CNN - WIN MEDIA or QUICKTIME June 29, 2004 Broadcast
National Public Radio Interview with Matisyhau, September 1st, 2005 Broadcast
Print Interview with Matisyahu in the Rolling Stones Magazine, April 19, 2005
Print Interview with David Baugnon and Matisyahu in the New York Daily News 10/24/04
Print Interview with David Baugnon in Where Y'at Magazine, October 2004 Issue
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