Crescendo (2023)
Overview
Set amongst the unlikely backdrop of cowboy boots, rodeos, and global geopolitics, thirty of the world's most promising musicians travel to Fort Worth, Texas to compete in the renowned Van Cliburn International Piano Competition. Vying for gold and their shot at classical piano stardom, the contestants must endure six grueling performances, multiple elimination rounds, and a discerning panel of jurists. Behind the scenes, we uncover the stories of adversity, sacrifice, and heartbreak driving the pianists to perform at the highest level. As fan favorites and early contenders are eliminated, one unassuming genius rises to the top.
Where to watch Crescendo
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| Canada | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| Ireland | — | Apple TV | Apple TV |
| Germany | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| France | — | Amazon Video | Amazon Video |
| Japan | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV | Amazon Video, Apple TV |
| Sweden | — | Apple TV | Apple TV |
| Poland | — | Apple TV | Apple TV |
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What is Crescendo about?
Set amongst the unlikely backdrop of cowboy boots, rodeos, and global geopolitics, thirty of the world's most promising musicians travel to Fort Worth, Texas to compete in the renowned Van Cliburn International Piano Competition. Vying for gold and their shot at classical piano stardom, the contestants must endure six grueling performances, multiple elimination rounds, and a discerning panel of jurists. Behind the scenes, we uncover the stories of adversity, sacrifice, and heartbreak driving the pianists to perform at the highest level. As fan favorites and early contenders are eliminated, one unassuming genius rises to the top. Crescendo is a Documentary, Music movie, released on 2023-12-20, runtime 111 minutes.
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In the United States, Crescendo can be rented from Amazon Video and Apple TV. The table on this page lists 8 more countries. Movie World also lists the official trailer, online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Heather Wilk
Cast
- Lim Yun-chan as Self
- Sunwoo Ye-kwon as Self
- Marin Alsop as Self
- Stephen Hough as Self
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Sources
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