A Mutiny in Four Movements
A Film by Jake Elsas

The Story
This is a film about an orchestra... An orchestra of forty-five classically trained musicians on the verge of a meltdown.

Their conductor, a proud authoritarian, intends — like he always has — to rule over them with a demanding baton. The music must be played perfectly — at all costs.

Some fear him. Some loathe him. Some love him. Tensions are high.

On this particular night the conductor makes the mistake of pushing his orchestra too far. This is the night when mad desperation ultimately takes hold of those who hate him, forcing them to fight against the conductor — and the small number of faithful musicians who support him — or be subject forever to his severe methods.

Finally, on this night, there are those in the orchestra who find the strength to mutiny...

Instrumental Treason is 29 minutes long, shot in black and white, 16mm (negative).