Cornucopia (2025)
Cornucopia is an ambitious and visually stunning production arriving in 2025, combining the worlds of documentary, animation, and live concert performance. Directed by Lucrecia Martel and Isold Uggadottir, and conceptualized by acclaimed Icelandic artist Björk, this film is a groundbreaking cinematic extension of her critically acclaimed “Utopia” album.
This unique concert experience blends live music with cutting-edge virtual reality, digital theater, and immersive visuals. Through its ambitious staging and soundscapes, Cornucopia transcends the boundaries of conventional concert films, offering audiences an artistic fusion of technology, sound, and visual storytelling.
At the heart of the production is an environmental message delivered by activist Greta Thunberg, emphasizing the urgency of climate action and the role of art in inspiring change. The film celebrates collaboration, featuring a collective of instrumentalists and vocalists, each contributing to the layered, intricate performances that define Björk’s live shows.
| Directors | Lucrecia Martel, Isold Uggadottir |
|---|---|
| Writer | Björk |
| Genres | Documentary, Animation, Music |
Main Cast
| Artist | Role |
|---|---|
| Björk | Self – Singer & Vocalist |
| Bergur Thorisson | Self – Electronics, Keyboards, Magnetic Harp, Trombone, Bass Clarinet |
| Manu Delago | Self – Percussion, Aluphone, Gong |
| Björg Brjánsdóttir | Self – Flute, Clarinet |
| þuríður Jónsdóttir | Self – Flute, Clarinet |
| Berglind María Tómasdóttir | Self – Flute, Clarinet |
| Dagný Marinósdóttir | Self – Flute, Clarinet |
| Steinunn Vala Pálsdóttir | Self – Flute, Clarinet |
Cornucopia is more than a concert film; it is a multi-sensory experience that unites music, visuals, and environmental awareness. It promises to be one of the most distinctive and talked-about productions of the year.
