The story of a gifted pianist, controlled by his father for the better part of his childhood and later in life haunted by his unrealistic expectations and yearning for acceptance / love.
Pushed to insanity by his fathers wish for him to master Rachmaninoff’s 3rd Concerto he suffers a mental break and is admitted to a mental institution. Years later he is released and once again discovers the joy of playing and the adoration of his peers, the audience and family.
My Impressions
An entertaining movie with some outstanding performances. Geoffrey Rush earned his Oscar for best lead actor.
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