Pianoforte

Pianoforte

2023 · 91 min · ★ 7.8 · Documentary, Music

The world’s most talented young pianists compete in the International Chopin Piano Competition, held every five years in Warsaw, Poland. A rare behind the scenes look at the triumphant highs and crushing lows of competition, Pianoforte is both a testament to the remarkable power of music and an intimate coming-of-age portrait.

Directed by Jakub Piątek

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