Behind the Strings (2020)
When Mao’s Cultural Revolution ended, China’s door cracked open, four young, classical musicians seized the opportunity to flee to the West. The Quartet began a lifetime adventure – studying with great masters, attending Juilliard, and performing at major music festivals and the best classical music venues. Now China keeps inviting them back to perform their once forbidden music.
Director: Hal Rifken
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 75 min
Release Date: October 17, 2020
Cinematography: Hal Rifken
Editing: Tracy Nichole Cring
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Behind the Strings about?
- When Mao’s Cultural Revolution ended, China’s door cracked open, four young, classical musicians seized the opportunity to flee to the West. The Quartet began a lifetime adventure – studying with great masters, attending Juilliard, and performing at major music festivals and the best classical music venues. Now China keeps inviting them back to perform their once forbidden music.
- Who directed Behind the Strings?
- Behind the Strings was directed by Hal Rifken.
- How long is Behind the Strings?
- Behind the Strings has a runtime of 1h 15m (75 minutes).
- What genre is Behind the Strings?
- Behind the Strings is a Documentary film.
- Where was Behind the Strings produced?
- Behind the Strings was produced in United States of America.