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The Little Drummer Boy: An Essay on Mahler by Leonard Bernstein

1985·Movie
1h 25min·G
82
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Big heart, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Spectacle6
  • Tension4
  • Fast Pace3

Heart

Nostalgic and moving

  • Nostalgia9
  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Satire & Parody3
  • Situational Comedy1

World

A real life story, show business, and faith and meaning

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout direction

  • Direction8
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Standout score and editing

  • Music Centrality10
  • Music Composition9
  • Editing8

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This television essay from 1985 was written by Leonard Bernstein to commemorate the 125th anniversary of Gustav Mahler's birth. Recorded in Israel, Vienna and later in London, it is punctuated by biographical interludes and illustrated by musical examples drawn from the cycle of Mahler's works recorded by Bernstein. Bernstein talks, plays and conducts various orchestras (Israel Philharmonic Orchestra, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Wiener Philharmoniker) and soloists (Janet Baker, Christa Ludwig, Edith Mathis, Lucia Popp, Walton Groenroos) in performances spanning 17 years. Leonard Bernstein also examines the roots of Gustav Mahler's inspiration. The programme also features music from the nine symphonies, 'The Song of the Earth' and the 'Wunderhorn Cycle'.
Leonard BernsteinGustav MahlerMusical AnalysisBiographical EssayClassical MusicOrchestral PerformanceHistorical ContextEducational ContentMusic Documentary

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82
GreatGoodWatch score

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What is The Little Drummer Boy: An Essay on Mahler by Leonard Bernstein rated?

G

It's rated G in the United States.

How long is The Little Drummer Boy: An Essay on Mahler by Leonard Bernstein?

1 h 25 min

The Little Drummer Boy: An Essay on Mahler by Leonard Bernstein runs 1 h 25 min.

Is The Little Drummer Boy: An Essay on Mahler by Leonard Bernstein based on a true story?

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

What language is The Little Drummer Boy: An Essay on Mahler by Leonard Bernstein in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.