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Leonard Bernstein: Larger Than Life

2016·Movie
52min
IMDb7.7

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Big heart, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Spectacle6
  • Fast Pace5
  • Tension4

Heart

Hopeful and wholesome

  • Hopefulness8
  • Wholesome7
  • Pathos7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Physical Comedy1

World

Everyday modern life, a real life story, and show business

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Standout score

  • Music Composition9
  • Music Centrality9
  • Cinematography7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

The document explores Leonard Bernstein's various facets as a conductor, a composer, a pianist and most of all a teacher and how he influenced so many people. It includes interviews of his children, former conductor students, orchestra members, collabrators and other acquintanses. - Pascal Kay
Biographical DocumentaryClassical MusicAmerican ComposerMusical GeniusInspiring StoryHistorical InsightEmotional ResonanceInformative & Engaging

Crew

Directed by:
Georg Wübbolt

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Is Leonard Bernstein: Larger Than Life worth watching?

77
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Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77/100 (IMDb 7.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Leonard Bernstein: Larger Than Life?

0 h 52 min

Leonard Bernstein: Larger Than Life runs 0 h 52 min.

Is Leonard Bernstein: Larger Than Life based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

What language is Leonard Bernstein: Larger Than Life in?

EnglishGerman

It was made in English, with some German. Produced in Germany, Austria.