The Beat That My Heart Skipped follows the story of a pianist who finds himself torn between his criminal activities and his love for music. As he navigates the dangerous world of crime, he must make difficult choices that will determine the course of his life.
Saraband is a drama film that follows an old man who visits his ex-wife in a remote summer home. The film explores themes of marriage, mourning, and the complexities of relationships. It delves into their interactions, conversations, and the emotions that arise during their visit.
Copying Beethoven is a period drama about a music student who takes on the task of copying Ludwig van Beethoven's Ninth Symphony. Set in the 1820s, the film explores the relationship between the composer and his young female copyist, showcasing the challenges she faces in a male-dominated music world. Alongside the musical composition, the movie delves into themes of love, ambition, and the struggle for recognition.
Seymour: An Introduction follows the life and career of Seymour Bernstein, a renowned pianist and music teacher. Through interviews and footage, the documentary delves into his personal journey and the profound impact he has had on the world of music.
Hangover Square tells the story of a composer with a memory lapse problem who becomes obsessed with a singer. As he struggles to uncover the truth behind a series of murders, he must confront his own demons and unravel the mysteries of his past.
After inheriting her father's musical legacy, a talented violinist uncovers a hidden room in her creepy house that holds a mysterious sonata hinting at the death of her father. As she delves deeper, she encounters supernatural occurrences, ghostly apparitions, and an evil force lurking in the shadows. With the help of a curious journalist, she must solve the dark mystery before falling victim to the same fate as her father.
Mélo is a drama and romance movie set in 1920s France. It tells the story of a concert violinist, Pierre, who is secretly in love with Romaine, his cousin's wife. Pierre keeps his love for Romaine a secret as they navigate through a web of lies and denial. Eventually, Pierre's painful memories lead him to contemplate suicide. The movie explores themes of forbidden love, betrayal, and the lengths people will go to keep their secrets hidden.
Known for his mournful "Adagio for Strings," Samuel Barber was never quite fashionable. This acclaimed film is a probing exploration of his music and melancholia. Performance, oral history, musicology, and biography combine to explore the life and music of one of America’s greatest composers. Features Thomas Hampson, Leonard Slatkin, Marin Alsop and many more of the world's leading experts on Barber's music, with tributes from composers Leonard Bernstein, Aaron Copland, Virgil Thomson and William Schuman. The film was broadcast on PBS, and screened at nine film festivals internationally, with three best-of awards. It was named a Recording of the Year 2017 by MusicWeb International.
Chopin: Desire for Love is a biographical drama that tells the story of composer Frederic Chopin's life. Set in the 19th century, the film explores Chopin's relationships, including his romance with writer George Sand. It delves into the struggles and desires that drove Chopin to create his beautiful music, while also depicting the historical context of the Russian occupation of Poland and the social dynamics of the time. Throughout the film, themes of love, jealousy, and artistic expression are explored, painting a vivid picture of the tumultuous life of one of history's greatest composers.
Kreutzer Sonata is a tragic tale of a dysfunctional marriage that takes a dark turn when the husband attempts to murder his wife. Set in Italy, the story explores themes of love, jealousy, and indifference. As the plot unfolds, the husband's hatred for his wife intensifies, leading to a crime of passion and a shocking confession. The story delves into the complex dynamics of a male-female relationship and the consequences of unresolved issues within a marriage.
In this recording, seven-time GRAMMY® Award-winning pianist and conductor Daniel Barenboim tackles the so-called 'New Testament' of music, Ludwig van Beethoven's thirty-two piano sonatas, composed over twenty-five years and embodying the shift of musical taste from the Classic to the Romantic, their performance requires a musician of extraordinary versatility. Daniel Barenboim is one such pianist his recordings run the gamut from Bach and Mozart to Bruckner and Bartók.
This short looks at the possibility that those who have passed on can communicate with us in ways we least expect.
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