Crescendo

Crescendo

Directed by Heather Wilk
Follow the world's most gifted pianists as they compete in the Van Cliburn Piano Competition.

Videos

Trailer

Overview

Genre
Arts, Music, Culture, and Reality
Synopsis

Crescendo is set against an unprecedented backdrop of global geopolitics as 30 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 showcase their talent and voices through six intense, high-stakes performances, with multiple elimination rounds, a discerning panel of jurists, and audiences numbering thousands in person and millions online.

Behind the scenes, stories of adversity, sacrifice, and heartbreak drive the pianists to perform at the highest level. As fan favorites and early contenders are eliminated, one unassuming genius rises to the top. Featuring never-before-seen footage of our extraordinary competitors, including Gold Medalist and international sensation Yunchan Lim.

Stage
finished
Running time
60, 90 or 150 minutes

Credits

Production Details

Prod. Co.
Red Productions
Country
United States
Years of Production
2022 - 2023
Locations
Ft Worth, Texas, US.
Prod. Partners
Red Productions, The Van Cliburn International Piano Competition.

Distribution Details

Release year
2023
Distribution
Currently distributed in South Korea, and on American Airlines flights. Worldwide distribution coming soon!
Language
English, Korean
Subtitles
Korean

Photos

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