Concerto A Beethoven journey (Phil Grabsky) (2016)

Leif Ove Andsnes is undoubtedly one of the top pianists of our age. For 4 years he has been performing and recording the five Beethoven piano concertos, primarily with the Mahler Chamber Orchestra but also with the major conductors & orchestras worldwide such as Gustavo Dudamel and the LA Philharmonic. Award-winning film-maker Phil Grabsky (know for his 'In search for...' composer documentaries) has been with him throughout. The film is much more than a portrait - it is an in depth exploration into the much misunderstood life of Beethoven, as revealed by these masterworks. The relationship between Beethoven and his world is mirrored by the relationship between Andsnes and orchestra in these concertos. Grabsky's acknowledged skill is biography and he believes that many people know too little about arguably the greatest composer ever. This is an exciting, beautifully cinematic film offering a fresh look at Beethoven through the widely acclaimed performances and articulate insight of Andsnes. (bron: Seventh Art)