The Bolero (1973)
The first part of this Academy Award-winning short consists of a behind-the-scenes look at the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra as it prepares to perform Ravel's "Bolero." Individual musicians offer their thoughts as workers set up chairs and music stands; there are also comments by conductor Zubin Mehta and scenes of Mehta and the orchestra rehearsing. The rest of the film features a complete performance of "Bolero" with striking images of the orchestra as the music relentlessly approaches its climax.
Director: Allan Miller, William Fertik
Genre: Documentary, Music
Runtime: 26 min
Release Date: October 1, 1973
Cast
- Zubin Mehta - self
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
Themes
Classical Music and Art, Film Score and Orchestration Magic, Classical Music and Genius Virtuosos, Classical Composers and Timeless Masterpieces
Keywords
classical music, conductor, orchestra, orchestra conductor, bolero
More Films by Director: Allan Miller, William Fertik
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Bolero about?
- The first part of this Academy Award-winning short consists of a behind-the-scenes look at the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra as it prepares to perform Ravel's "Bolero." Individual musicians offer their thoughts as workers set up chairs and music stands; there are also comments by conductor Zubin Mehta and scenes of Mehta and the orchestra rehearsing. The rest of the film features a complete performance of "Bolero" with striking images of the orchestra as the music relentlessly approaches its climax.
- Who directed The Bolero?
- The Bolero was directed by Allan Miller, William Fertik.
- Who stars in The Bolero?
- The Bolero stars Zubin Mehta.
- How long is The Bolero?
- The Bolero has a runtime of 26m (26 minutes).
- What genre is The Bolero?
- The Bolero is a Documentary, Music film.
- Where was The Bolero produced?
- The Bolero was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of The Bolero?
- The themes of The Bolero include: Classical Music and Art, Film Score and Orchestration Magic, Classical Music and Genius Virtuosos, Classical Composers and Timeless Masterpieces.