Movies Similar to André Rieu – The Homecoming (2006)
Fantasia 2000
Animation, Family, Music
This sequel to the original 'Fantasia' features lively music and brilliant animation. It includes a restored version of 'The Sorcerer's Apprentice,' along with seven new animated shorts.
The Cat Concerto
Animation, Comedy, Music
This short film follows Tom, formally dressed and ready to perform Liszt's "Hungarian Rhapsody" at the piano, as an orchestra tunes up below. But his performance is interrupted by Jerry, a mischievous…
Allegro non troppo
Fantasy, Animation, Drama
Allegro Non Troppo is a humorous and artistic parody of Disney's Fantasia that prompts viewers to consider the effects of rapid Western progress. The film uses the phrase "Allegro non troppo" –…
Johann Mouse
Animation, Comedy, Music
In 19th-century Vienna, the home of composer Johann Strauss hides a secret: a common mouse named Johann Mouse has a strong urge to dance whenever his human namesake's waltzes play. News of…
Deception
Drama, Romance, Music
A dedicated pianist starts a new life with a former love, and they marry. Their happiness is challenged when a wealthy composer becomes drawn to her exceptional talent. The pianist must navigate…
Lisztomania
Music, Comedy, History
The film explores the life of Franz Liszt, a celebrated 19th-century composer and pianist, as he battles his own indulgences while seeking a more spiritual path. However, the captivating Richard Wagner consistently…
Four Daughters
Drama, Music, Romance
The Lemp family consists of Adam Lemp, a musician, and his four daughters: Emma, Ann, Kay, and Thea. Each daughter is in love with someone perfect for her. This harmony is disrupted…
Adagio
Grief-stricken after losing her husband and son, Young-hee finds solace in a quiet seaside village where she meets Jun-woo. He's there for a six-week respite following retirement and his wife's infidelity. One…
Inside Karajan
Herbert von Karajan remained an enigmatic figure, revealing his private life only to a tight-knit group of devoted individuals who guarded his secrets even after his passing. This documentary offers a comprehensive…
Lohengrin
This short experimental film, shot on Super 8, draws inspiration from the music of Richard Wagner.
Four Minutes
Jenny is young, and feels her life is finished. She committed a murder, and wouldn't hesitate to do it again. An 80-year-old piano teacher learns Jenny’s secret, her capacity for violence, and…
Conducting Mahler
This film explores how renowned conductors Bernard Haitink, Riccardo Chailly, Riccardo Muti, Claudio Abbado, and Simon Rattle approach Gustav Mahler's music. Each conductor shares their personal connection to Mahler's compositions and the…
Eroica
Simon Cellan Jones directs *Eroica*, a BBC drama starring Ian Hart as Ludwig van Beethoven. Filmed on digital video, the TV movie portrays the premiere of Beethoven's Third Symphony on June 9th,…
In Search of Beethoven
"In Search of Beethoven" is a detailed documentary exploring the life and music of the renowned composer. The film features over 65 performances by leading musicians, alongside 100 interviews gathered during production.…
Nodame Cantabile: The Movie I
Chiaki, an ambitious conductor, struggles to lead an orchestra of temporary musicians. His girlfriend, Nodame, encourages him as he strives to pass a crucial exam at their music conservatory. Can Chiaki revitalize…
In Search of Mozart
IN SEARCH OF MOZART, created to commemorate Mozart's 250th birthday, is the first documentary film to explore his life. Featuring performances by top orchestras and musicians, the film follows a 25,000-mile journey…
Shut Up and Play the Piano
This documentary charts Chilly Gonzales' journey from Canada to the underground music scene in late 1990s Berlin, then to Paris, and finally to prestigious concert halls worldwide. It explores the contrasting aspects…
Nodame Cantabile: The Movie II
Nodame and Chiaki agree to take a break from each other so Nodame can focus on preparing for a competition. But when her practice doesn't go as planned, Nodame becomes impatient and…
Lang Lang - Live in Vienna
Recorded live in Vienna's Musikverein, this is Lang Lang's second live recital recording, following the successful "Live at Carnegie Hall" in 2004. That album was his international breakthrough as a recording artist.
Days of Happiness
Emma, a promising conductor in Montreal, struggles with a difficult relationship with her father and agent, Patrick. She must confront her feelings and choose between pursuing her career and her relationship with…
Boulez at 80
Pierre Boulez leads the BBC Symphony Orchestra and Chorus in a special concert at the Barbican, marking the composer's 80th birthday. The performance features two works by Debussy – Jeux and Trois…
Fantasy
When a planet-shattering disaster destroys the skeleton's home, he has only one thing he cares about: his most prized possession. Can he protect it amidst the chaos?
Herbert von Karajan: Verdi: Requiem
This film documents the renowned conductor leading the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, the Vienna State Opera Chorus, and the Sofia National Opera in a powerful performance of Verdi's "Requiem." Recorded in 1984, the…
The Nutcracker
Mikhail Baryshnikov's acclaimed Emmy-nominated production of The Nutcracker features the exceptional talents of Baryshnikov, a leading classical dancer, and Gelsey Kirkland, both at the height of their careers. The performance also includes…
Andrea Bocelli - Vivere Live in Tuscany
Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli, who grew up in the Tuscan countryside where his family continues to farm, held a unique one-night concert in his hometown in July 2007. A special theater was…
Animated Hero Classics: Beethoven
From a young age, Beethoven was an unconventional talent. His father provided traditional musical training, and by twelve he was a skilled pianist. However, he constantly sought out new musical expression, relentlessly…
Paganini
The legendary Niccolo Paganini, known as the "devil violinist," captivates and enthralls 19th-century Europe.
John Williams in Tokyo
Thirty years after his last trip to Japan, John Williams returns for a special concert. He makes his debut with the renowned Saito Kinen Orchestra, performing his celebrated film scores and reuniting…