Beethoven's Nephew (1985)
The plot centers around old Beethoven's fixation on the welfare of his nephew, for whom he fought a lengthy custody battle against his brother's former wife. Beethoven thought she was a bad influence on the boy. Sadly, the nephew isn't receptive to Beethoven's "overtures", and resents his boorish uncle's efforts on his behalf. The nephew is a complete nonentity, lacking in both interest and talent. He seems to wish only to be left alone.
Director: Paul Morrissey
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 103 min
Release Date: September 18, 1985
Cast
- Wolfgang Reichmann - Ludwig van Beethoven
- Dietmar Prinz - Karl
- Jane Birkin - Johanna
- Nathalie Baye - Leonore
- Mathieu Carrière - Archduke Rodolphe
- Ulrich Berr - Schindler
- Erna Korhel - Marie
- Pieter Daniel - Holz
- Yelena Rostropovich - Countess Erdody
Screenplay
Cinematography: Hanus Polak
Editing: Claudine Bouché, Albert Jurgenson
Production: Orfilm, CBL Films
Country: France, Germany
Language: English
Original Language: fr
More Films by Director: Paul Morrissey
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Beethoven's Nephew about?
- The plot centers around old Beethoven's fixation on the welfare of his nephew, for whom he fought a lengthy custody battle against his brother's former wife. Beethoven thought she was a bad influence on the boy. Sadly, the nephew isn't receptive to Beethoven's "overtures", and resents his boorish uncle's efforts on his behalf. The nephew is a complete nonentity, lacking in both interest and talent. He seems to wish only to be left alone.
- Who directed Beethoven's Nephew?
- Beethoven's Nephew was directed by Paul Morrissey.
- Who stars in Beethoven's Nephew?
- Beethoven's Nephew stars Wolfgang Reichmann, Dietmar Prinz, Jane Birkin, Nathalie Baye, Mathieu Carrière, Ulrich Berr.
- How long is Beethoven's Nephew?
- Beethoven's Nephew has a runtime of 1h 43m (103 minutes).
- What genre is Beethoven's Nephew?
- Beethoven's Nephew is a Drama film.
- Where was Beethoven's Nephew produced?
- Beethoven's Nephew was produced in France, Germany.