Maurizio Pollini, de main de maître
Bruno Monsaingeon
2013 - 55 min - Couleur et Noir & Blanc - France

There were several compelling reasons to make a film portrait of Maurizio Pollini (b. 1942): his immense talent as a pianist, his rare personality, his affability, intelligence and the desire he himself expressed to submit to this exercise for the very first time—probably because at the age of over 70, he felt that it was time to consent to a film portrait. In addition to providing biographical information, this profile focuses on the important milestones in his career, the musicians he has known, his repertoire and political commitment.
Based on an extended interview, the film also includes archival footage and excerpts from concerts and documentaries.



Author-Director : Bruno Monsaingeon
Author : Emile Raja
Photography : Raphaël O Byrne
Sound : François Waledish
Editing : Julie Pelat
Delegate Producer : Hélène Le Coeur Production
Co-producer : Idéale Audience
Broadcasting Co-producer : ARTE France

Distribution


Distributor : ARTE France

Distinctions

2014 - FIFA (Festival international du film sur l'art), Montréal (Canada) : Sélection
2014 - FIPA (Festival International de Programmes Audiovisuels), Biarritz (France) : Sélection