Suite No. 1, Prelude (2019)

Nicholas Ma creates a short, loving portrait of his legendary father, Yo-Yo Ma. Avoiding idolatry, the film uses its casual intimacy to focus on the nuances of craft and the drive for perfection, detailing the world-renowned cellist’s endeavor, at age 61, to record Bach’s Cello Suites for the third and, he says, last time. Filmed in the splendid Mechanics Hall in Worcester, Massachusetts.

Director: Nicholas Ma
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 15 min
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Cinematography: Matt Porwoll
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
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What is Suite No. 1, Prelude about?
Nicholas Ma creates a short, loving portrait of his legendary father, Yo-Yo Ma. Avoiding idolatry, the film uses its casual intimacy to focus on the nuances of craft and the drive for perfection, detailing the world-renowned cellist’s endeavor, at age 61, to record Bach’s Cello Suites for the third and, he says, last time. Filmed in the splendid Mechanics Hall in Worcester, Massachusetts.
Who directed Suite No. 1, Prelude?
Suite No. 1, Prelude was directed by Nicholas Ma.
How long is Suite No. 1, Prelude?
Suite No. 1, Prelude has a runtime of 15m (15 minutes).
What genre is Suite No. 1, Prelude?
Suite No. 1, Prelude is a Documentary film.
Where was Suite No. 1, Prelude produced?
Suite No. 1, Prelude was produced in United States of America.