Horowitz in Moscow
Horowitz in Moscow

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Horowitz in Moscow

1986
Movie
85 min
English

A recording of Horowitz's historic 1986 recital in Moscow, the program also includes highlights of his return to his native Soviet Union--his first visit in 61 years.

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IMDb7.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes95%
Metacritic85/100
Google Users92%
Director: DonfreyGenres: Documentary, Music, Concert Film

Plot Summary

This documentary captures the historic return of legendary pianist Vladimir Horowitz to Moscow after a 60-year absence. The film intersperses footage of his acclaimed concert performance at the Moscow Conservatory with poignant interviews and archival material, reflecting on his life and career.

Critical Reception

Horowitz in Moscow was widely praised for its emotional depth and the sheer brilliance of Horowitz's performance, marking a significant cultural event. Critics highlighted the film's ability to convey the profound personal and political significance of his return to his homeland.

What Reviewers Say

  • A profoundly moving cinematic experience featuring a master pianist.

  • Captures a moment of immense historical and personal significance.

  • Horowitz's performance is nothing short of legendary.

Google audience: Audiences were deeply moved by Vladimir Horowitz's return to Moscow and his exceptional performance, finding the documentary to be both historically important and emotionally resonant.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature.

Fun Fact

The concert marked Vladimir Horowitz's only performance in Soviet Russia after emigrating in 1920, and it was broadcast live on television to an estimated 4 million viewers in the Soviet Union.

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