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Shot by legendary cinematographer Albert Maysles, WHEN THE ROAD BENDS documents five Gypsy bands from four countries who unite for the Gypsy Caravan as they take their music around North America for a six-week tour, astounding every audience they meet. Their musical styles range from flamenco to brass band, Romanian violin to Indian folk. And with humor and soul in their voices, they celebrate the best in Gypsy culture and the diversity of the Romani people in an explosion of song and dance.

As the film follows the amazing performances and behind-the-scenes action from the tour, we discover the real lives of these musicians. We visit Macedonia, Romania, India and Spain, meet their families and see what music brings to their lives. The tales of these characters are woven between their performances -allowing us to understand and celebrate Romani culture and the prejudice of their shared ancestry.

WHEN THE ROAD BENDS... features performances by Macedonian diva and "Queen of the Gypsies" ESMA REDZEPOVA, traditional Indian folk troupe MAHARAJA, Romanian FANFARE CIOCARLIA, the violin wizardry of Romanian group TARAF DE HAIDOUKS and the ANTONIO EL PIPA FLAMENCO ENSEMBLE.

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Check out this event: Queen Harish

Hosted By:Sholay ProductionsWhen:Friday, May 08, 2009Where:Blues Club and GrillWest 42nd St (between 7th/8th Ave.)New York10036Description:New York, don't miss out on a magical midnight performance by...
Posted by on Thu, 07 May 2009 19:10:00 GMT

"America’s dream comes true as Europe still slumbers" by Jake Bowers. Travellers’ Times Online

When he stepped up onto that stage in Chicago, around the world the tears started flowing. Born into a country that still officially segregated its black and white citizens, President-elect of the USA...
Posted by on Mon, 24 Nov 2008 22:19:00 GMT

Gypsy Caravan

thank you for gypsy caravan, when the road bends. i have been waiting a couple of years to finally see it - i saw posters all over a small maine town about 2 years ago and have been anxiously waiting ...
Posted by on Mon, 24 Nov 2008 22:08:00 GMT

GYPSY CARAVAN Screenings in the next few weeks...& months...

Coming to Mercyhurst College!!!WHEN:Wednesday, June 18Twice as nice @ 2pm & 8pm;-)WHERE:Mary D'Angelo Performing Arts Center501 East 38th Street, Erie, PA 16546Phone: 814 824 3000Finalmente en Madrid!...
Posted by on Thu, 12 Jun 2008 19:41:00 GMT

GYPSY CARAVAN Coming to Mercyhurst College!!!

WHEN:Wednesday, June 18Twice as nice @ 2pm & 8pmWHERE:Mary D'Angelo Performing Arts Center501 East 38th Street, Erie, PA 16546For more info:Phone: 814 824 3000
Posted by on Wed, 07 May 2008 14:52:00 GMT

Honours @ the MENDOCINO FILM FESTIVAL for GYPSY CARAVAN

Ah....the view is amazing....so why not take a break from your hectic pace...take a deep breath....exhale....& come see Director Jasmine Dellal for a very special event.... Al Maysles will be in the ...
Posted by on Wed, 07 May 2008 14:49:00 GMT

Wine & Dine @ COPIA with GYPSY CARAVAN Screening

For those of you who enjoy a leisurely meal & glass of wine before a film, GYPSY CARAVAN unwinds @ COPIA.....mighty mighty nice......WHERE:COPIA: The American Center for Wine, Food & the Arts500 First...
Posted by on Wed, 07 May 2008 13:48:00 GMT

GYPSY CARAVAN BEGINS ITS PBS SCREENINGS!!!

Aren’t you EXCITED!!!Why not have a PARTY! Not football: MUCH BETTER!!!so have some friends, break out the beer --or wine--spread out the snacks, & start dancing on tables- if you dare!!!;-)AIR ...
Posted by on Mon, 24 Mar 2008 12:29:00 GMT

GYPSY CARAVAN IN BELGRADE MARCH 29th!

55th Belgrade Documentary and Short Film FestivalBelgrade Cultural CentreKnez Mihailova 6/I11000 BeogradFR YugoslaviaTel: +381 011 621 469Fax: +381 011 623 853Director Jasmine Dellal will be there, so...
Posted by on Mon, 24 Mar 2008 12:14:00 GMT

O CANADA! GYPSY CARAVAN 3 DAYS @ ONTARIO FILM FEST!!!

DON’T MISS THE 15th ANNUAL NORTHWEST FILM FEST!!!where GYPSY CARAVAN: WHEN THE ROAD BENDS... will be playingDates:Thursday March 27 Cinema 2 @ 7pmFriday March 28 Cinema 3 @ 7pmSaturday Cinema 3 ...
Posted by on Mon, 24 Mar 2008 12:17:00 GMT