The Last Repair Shop

39 minutes | 2023

A reminder of how music can be the best medicine, stress reliever and even an escape from poverty.

Overview

Oscar-winning documentary short, Last Repair Shop, is a 2023 short documentary directed by Ben Proudfoot and Kris Bowers, profiling the craftspeople who maintain 80,000 musical instruments for Los Angeles public school students at no cost. The film highlights the impact of their work on both the students and the orchestra community, culminating in a performance by district alumni.

Featured at Coast Film & Music Festival 2024

Laguna Beach Cultural Arts Center on Sunday, November 10th at 6:00 PM. Buy tickets!

Production Team

Director: Ben Proudfoot, Kris Bowers

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