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Seymour Bernstein's genuineness shines so brightly in Seymour: An Introduction that viewers will forgive debuting director Ethan Hawke's reverent treatment.
Jason Bailey Flavorwire Not only a very fine documentary, but a warm and likable one to boot. Jun 18, 2016 Full Review Andrew Pulver Guardian There's no pressing story to tell, or even especially vital achievement to record, so the film probably counts as bit of self-indulgence from Hawke, but it's got a very good heart. Rated: 3/5 Mar 24, 2016 Full Review Tom Long Detroit News The great joy of the film, whether you know piano or not, is watching Bernstein teach. Rated: B Apr 10, 2015 Full Review Dan Scully Cinema76 Watching Seymour: An Introduction is like receiving a motivational speech from someone who is not just the best at what they do, but also the best person they can possible be. Apr 9, 2020 Full Review Leslie Combemale Cinema Siren (YouTube) Gorgeously straightforward yet emotional. Rated: 5/5 Aug 5, 2019 Full Review Bernard Boo Way Too Indie This is classy, dynamic filmmaking that reduced me to tears. Rated: 8.5/10 Mar 14, 2019 Full Review Read all reviews
jake l A perfect film about an ideal musician: Seymour Bernstein is one of the all-time greats for a reason, and it is because of his infectious humanity. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/31/23 Full Review Audience Member I'm a sucker for stories about people who are deeply dedicated to their craft and that description actually minimizes the passion Seymour Bernstein has for piano. I may have rated lower if I didn't have a background in music, but this "introduction" certainly goes deeper. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 01/18/23 Full Review Audience Member I guess some pre-knowledge of this musician might enhance proceedings. Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 02/06/23 Full Review Audience Member Allows a look into the life of a concert pianist turned instructor who shares the beauty of music intertwined with love of life. Interesting for those who love music- maybe not so much for those who don't. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 02/19/23 Full Review Audience Member Surprising to me how involved I became and how genuinely good and interesting Seymour is. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 01/24/23 Full Review Audience Member 'The most important thing that music teachers can do for their pupils is to inspire an emotional reaction, not just for the music, but more importantly, for life.' Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/28/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Pianist Seymour Bernstein, who gave up performing for teaching, discusses his passion for music and his philosophy of life.
Director
Ethan Hawke
Producer
Greg Loser, Heather Smith, Ryan Hawke
Distributor
IFC Films
Production Co
Under the Influence Productions, Room 5 Films
Rating
PG (Some Mild Thematic Elements)
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Mar 13, 2015, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Dec 5, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA)
$580.0K
Runtime
1h 21m
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