
Beethoven is the epitome of German musical culture. But what lies behind the name “Ludwig van,” which has long since become an international brand?
The film "Beethoven reloaded" takes a fresh look at the eminent composer from a decidedly contemporary perspective vis-à-vis the backdrop of his biography and work. It seeks to answer the question of why this artist has advanced to become a global icon and what relevance and expressiveness his work still has today. Using modern cinematic techniques, the essential biographical facts form the leitmotif of a multi-faceted image of Beethoven in the here and now.
Beethoven Reloaded
A film by Andy Sommer
featuring
GEWANDHAUSORCHESTER LEIPZIG
LUCERNE FESTIVAL ORCHESTRA
NHK SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
DEUTSCHES SYMPHONIE-ORCHESTER BERLIN
HERBERT BLOMSTEDT
OMER MEIR WELLBER
IGOR LEVIT
MARTIN HELMCHEN
FRANK PETER ZIMMERMANN
GUSTAV MAHLER JUGENDORCHESTER
and more!
A production by Accentus Music
In coproduction with WDR
In cooperation with Arte
Supported by Mitteldeutsche Medienförderung
Catalog No.: #496
Video format: Full HD
Audio format: PCM Stereo
Program length 1: 84 minutes
Program length 2: 52:58
Year: 2020
Picture Credit: Accentus Music