Dissonance (2015)

In the ethereal realm of a solitary genius musician's mind, a world suspended in a surreal haze, exists a gigantic concert hall where he immerses himself in the mellifluous sound of his piano every day. Yet, his symphonies echo in the emptiness, playing for an audience that isn't there. His existence, though lonely, is a melody draped in animation, until one day, the harmony shatters. His whimsical world collapses, succumbing to the harsh light of reality. The film masterfully navigates the transition from the animated echoes of his mind to the gritty realism of live-action drama, mirroring his descent from the precipice of his psychosis into the unforgiving terrain of the real world. Haunted by the ghostly reality of his mental illness, he is shackled by his one unfulfilled wish -- to play his symphony for his cherished daughter, a sweet serenade he's forbidden to perform. In Dissonance (2015), the protagonist's tormented journey treads the blurred line between imagination and reality, reality and illusion, as he battles his own mind in a desperate attempt to connect with his beloved child. This captivating tale of love, music, and mental health resonates with a poignant melody that echoes long after its final note.

Dissonance is an adventure movie featuring Nina Petri and directed by Till Nowak.

Dissonance is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Kanopy.