Contemporary World Film Series: TAMBOUR BATTANT (ROLL THE DRUM), SWITZERLAND
As TK Park continues the Contemporary World Film Series 2024 for the forth time in October, we are partnering with the Embassy of Switzerland in Thailand and the Swiss Cultural Fund for the screening of the renowned Swiss film ‘TAMBOUR BATTANT (ROLL THE DRUM)’.
"TAMBOUR BATTANT (ROLL THE DRUM)" is a multi-layered social comedy film from Switzerland, amalgamating many subjects—music, competition, love, family, and even politics, immigration, and the women’s suffragette movement. The film is directed by François-Christophe Marzal, and will be screened at TK Park in its original French language with English subtitles (no dubbing or Thai subtitles).
The screening of "TAMBOUR BATTANT (ROLL THE DRUM)" is supported by the Embassy of Switzerland in Thailand and the Swiss Cultural Fund. The Ambassador of Switzerland to the Kingdom of Thailand H.E. Mr. Pedro Zwahlen will introduce the film. The embassy will provide snacks and drinks for the audience after the screening.
Details
Runtime: 1 HR 30 MINS
Date: Saturday, October 12th, 2024
Time: 4:00 PM (Auditorium will open at 3:30 PM)
Venue: Learning Auditorium, TK Park (8th Fl Above TOPS Food Hall, centralwOrld)
Registration: email to filmforum17@gmail.com (Limited Seats, Age can be 15+, registration opens on September 20th, 2024) Dress code: Smart Casual
Trailer: Vimeo↗
About the Film
This is a multi-layered social comedy that amalgamates many subjects- music,competition, love, family, and even politics, immigration, and the women’s suffragette movement.
The Swiss film is set in a fictional, picturesque town of the ‘canton’ (province) of Valais in the 1970’s, where two brass bands are rehearsing, hoping to perform for the Federal Music Fair, which only takes place once every five years.
In Valais, women also gained the right to vote at the cantonal level for the first time in 1970. This historical event is set against the fictitious tale of the music-competition between the two marching bands, in the lovely Swiss countryside.
The rivalry between the two bands mirrors other rivalries; between two very different men over a woman, between conservative and progressive views about women's power (gender equality), between the locals of the village and the outsiders who come to work there (immigration-policy). These issues are still very relevant today.
Even the songs played by the bands reflect the clash between the old and new rhythms. The words and actions fly fast in this vibrant drama, with a marvelous ensemble cast.
The director of the movie stated that this was the most “memorable” film he had made. He had a strong message in the story—“I firmly believe that if everyone puts in a little bit of effort, we can build a better community.”
And that, in essence, is what this multi-dimensional political, musical, amorous Swiss drama is all about.
“Roll the drum” is a roll-call for peace and unity in the community.
What the Critics Said
Le Temps – “The community story told by ‘Tambour Battant’ reflects current concerns that are far from being confined to the Valais, Switzerland or even Europe.”
Additional Information
1. Free movie screening. For non-TK Park members, there is a daily entry fee of 20 baht. Unlimited entry and exit within the day. Annual TK Park membership is also available. See details here.↗
2. TK Park does not offer free parking stamps. Parking fees are subject to the terms and conditions of centralwOrld.
