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Netherlands released, PAL/Region 0 DVD: LANGUAGES: English ( Dolby Digital 2.0 ), Dutch ( Subtitles ), French ( Subtitles ), SPECIAL FEATURES: Interactive Menu, Scene Access, Short Film, Trailer(s), SYNOPSIS: Takes a comprehensive look at the composer's life through his musical output while documenting each piece of music chronologically and marrying it to Beethoven's biography and letters. Delving beyond the image of the tortured, cantankerous and unhinged personality, the film addresses the romantic myth that Beethoven was a heroic, tormented figure battling to overcome his tragic fate, struck down by deafness who searched for his 'immortal beloved' but remained unmarried. ...In Search of Beethoven
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32 of 33 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Congratulations to Phil Grabsky and all those involved in putting together this excellent 2-disc DVD set. I first saw the more than 2-hour documentary at a cinema and was enthralled. Since then I have been waiting with great anticipation for the release of the DVD. Now that it's here I'm not disappointed. Doing justice to such a complex and fascinating genius as Beethoven is no easy task, but this documentary achieves it admirably. We are left feeling that, despite a few forgivable foibles, Beethoven was truly a wonderful human being whose legacy is an unrivaled body of music that spans the spectrum of emotions. For me the most memorable part in the film, where music, musician and film-maker work sublimely is around the 88th minute. Hélène Grimaud is playing the slow movement of the 5th Piano Concerto. It brought tears to my eyes. On Disc 2 there are interesting and useful extras, including an interview with Phil Grabsky and full movements of works shown in part during the main feature. As a result of seeing the documentary I'm sure you will be inspired to listen again to your old Beethoven CDs (or vinyl), or to buy some new ones. Cheers, Richard.
22 of 23 people found the following review helpful
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Saw this in a mini cinema. I was enthralled for the entire film, which i believe is almost 2 hours long. The film portrays Beethoven's character very well with a fitting mix of tragic, comic, outrageous and inspiring scenes. Contempary sources such as letters to and from Beethoven are coupled with interviews with modern day top-level conducters and performers to give a well rounded look at this extraordinary man from many perspectives. And of course, the best thing of all is that throughout there are many snippets of Beethoven's music, and in my book thats a good enough reason in itself to watch a film.
Highly recommended.
Highly recommended.
20 of 23 people found the following review helpful
By G. Ward
Format:DVD
I saw, over 2 days, both In Search of Mozart & this DVD, In Search of Beethoven. Both are excellent productions, and of the two I think this is perhaps the best, because it is a pretty balanced look at a very difficult - and in many ways a very unfortunate - man, and offers a very decent sample of his music placed in the context of his life.
I haven't see the "extras" DVD, but since I've heard Phil Grabsky talk about the difficulties of producing things like this, including spending 6 months editing down from umpteen hours to less than 2, I think they would be pretty interesting too.
I haven't see the "extras" DVD, but since I've heard Phil Grabsky talk about the difficulties of producing things like this, including spending 6 months editing down from umpteen hours to less than 2, I think they would be pretty interesting too.
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beethovens life
i chose this because i am a beethoven lover and it didn't disappoint a must for any beethoven "nut"" recommended
Published 5 months ago by Brian butler
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In Search of Beethoven's Music
This documentary started with Beethoven's music, and ended on the same topic. Many great performances by great artists are included. Read more
Published 11 months ago by K.S.Chin
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In my review of the same director's "In Search of Mozart", I said I looked forward to reviewing a documentary that focussed on a true genius, someone like Beethoven. Read more
Published on 27 Sep 2010 by Nicholas Casley
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In search of beethoven
The DVD is the most enjoyable I've ever had. It's filmed in beautiful European concert halls with the most experienced Beethoven pianists. I'll be able to watch it many times.
Published on 16 Dec 2009 by Mrs. D. Pascal-murray
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Beethoven has been found !!
Recently having travelled from the U.K. to Australia, I was fortunately able to catch the DVD being reviewed. Read more
Published on 26 Nov 2009 by Judith Henderson
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This film has been getting very good reviews.
I don't understand why. It's not bad, but hardly amazing. Read more
I don't understand why. It's not bad, but hardly amazing. Read more
Published on 9 Nov 2009 by C. Tutton
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This DVD has had excellent reviews, and deservedly so, particularly from American viewers. British viewers will recognize the format as familiar from the many arts documentaries we... Read more
Published on 2 Nov 2009 by Garry P. Humphreys
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One and only...
As an admirer of Beethoven and his music I just had to have the DVD in my library. It's just perfect!
Published on 27 Oct 2009 by Barbel Costa
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