Engrossing video essay by Leonard Bernstein commemorates the 125th anniversary of Gustav Mahler’s birth. Bernstein recorded a cycle of the Mahler symphonies and was clearly obsessed with the man. Bernstein himself was a world-class raconteur and the film provides many insights into both Mahler and Bernstein himself, both now regarded as exceptional composers, showmen, and (self-consciously) Jews. Bernstein’s thoughts on how his Jewish background influenced Mahler and his music are as controversial now as they were in 1985. |
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Ratings: | IMDB: 8.2/10 | |
Released: | January 1, 1985 | |
Runtime: | 85 min | |
Genres: | Documentary Music | |
Companies: | BBC Unitel Video Music, Inc. | |
Cast: | Leonard Bernstein Christa Ludwig Janet Baker Walter Groenroos | |
Crew: | Leonard Bernstein Humphrey Burton | |
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