Copying Beethoven (2006)
A fictionalised exploration of Beethoven's life in his final days working on his Ninth Symphony. It is 1824. Beethoven is racing to finish his new symphony. However, it has been years since his last success and he is plagued by deafness, loneliness and personal trauma. A copyist is urgently needed to help the composer. A fictional character is introduced in the form of a young conservatory student and aspiring composer named Anna Holtz. The mercurial Beethoven is skeptical that a woman might become involved in his masterpiece but slowly comes to trust in Anna's assistance and in the end becomes quite fond of her. By the time the piece is performed, her presence in his life is an absolute necessity. Her deep understanding of his work is such that she even corrects mistakes he has made, while her passionate personality opens a door into his private world.
Cast
- Ed Harris - Ludwig van Beethoven
- Diane Kruger - Anna Holtz
- Matthew Goode - Martin Bauer
- Phyllida Law - Mother Canisius
- Ralph Riach - Wenzel Schlemmer
- Bill Stewart - Rudy
- Angus Barnett - Krenski
- Viktoria Dihen - Magda
- Matyelok Gibbs - Old Woman
- Karl Johnson - Stefan Holtz
Screenplay
- Christopher Wilkinson (Screenplay)
- Stephen J. Rivele (Screenplay)
- Kasia Adamik (Storyboard)
Keywords
composer, classical music, woman director, fictional biography, 19th century
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Copying Beethoven about?
- A fictionalised exploration of Beethoven's life in his final days working on his Ninth Symphony. It is 1824. Beethoven is racing to finish his new symphony. However, it has been years since his last success and he is plagued by deafness, loneliness and personal trauma. A copyist is urgently needed to help the composer. A fictional character is introduced in the form of a young conservatory student and aspiring composer named Anna Holtz. The mercurial Beethoven is skeptical that a woman might become involved in his masterpiece but slowly comes to trust in Anna's assistance and in the end becomes quite fond of her. By the time the piece is performed, her presence in his life is an absolute necessity. Her deep understanding of his work is such that she even corrects mistakes he has made, while her passionate personality opens a door into his private world.
- Who directed Copying Beethoven?
- Copying Beethoven was directed by Agnieszka Holland.
- Who stars in Copying Beethoven?
- Copying Beethoven stars Ed Harris, Diane Kruger, Matthew Goode, Phyllida Law, Ralph Riach, Bill Stewart.
- How long is Copying Beethoven?
- Copying Beethoven has a runtime of 1h 44m (104 minutes).
- What genre is Copying Beethoven?
- Copying Beethoven is a Drama film.
- What is the budget of Copying Beethoven?
- Copying Beethoven had a budget of $11M.
- How much did Copying Beethoven gross?
- Copying Beethoven grossed $6M worldwide.
- Where was Copying Beethoven produced?
- Copying Beethoven was produced in Germany, Hungary, United Kingdom, United States of America.