Beethoven (1936)
Directed by Abel Gance
Genres - Music |
Sub-Genres - Biopic [feature], Period Film, Romantic Drama |
Release Date - Jan 15, 1937 (USA - Unknown) |
Run Time - 116 min. |
Countries - France |
MPAA Rating - NR
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Synopsis by Sandra Brennan
This fascinating biography chronicles the years in which the master composer began to lose his hearing. The director's use of sound to represent Beethoven's affliction is notable.
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music, composer, deafness, employment, handicap, hearing [sense], life, struggle, triumph