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Kaddish for the Maestro

Leon Botstein in Jewish Review of Books · 26 Apr

"Kaddish for the Maestro" is a film directed by Bradley Cooper that portrays the legendary musician Leonard Bernstein.

0 Television/Film Music

‘Maestro’ Gives Legendary Jewish Conductor Leonard Bernstein the Reverence and Love He Deserves

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 21 Dec 2023

The author praises the film "Maestro" for providing a loving and reverent portrayal of Jewish conductor Leonard Bernstein.

0 Television/Film Culture

Judith Miller in Tablet · 18 Dec 2023

"Maestro," the latest film directed by Bradley Cooper, examines the life and love of composer-conductor Leonard Bernstein.

0 Music Television/Film

Leonard Bernstein and Taylor Swift: Both musical geniuses, but only one movie captures the spirit of their artistry

Talya Zax in Forward · 14 Dec 2023

The article compares two recent movies, "Maestro" and "Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour," which explore the lives and artistry of Leonard Bernstein and Taylor Swift, respectively.

0 Music History

Leonard Bernstein was a big deal. Why does 'Maestro' make him so small?

PJGrisar in Forward · 14 Dec 2023

The film "Maestro" focuses on Leonard Bernstein's marriage with actor and activist Felicia Montealagre, highlighting the toll his selfishness took on their relationship.

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The Leonard Bernstein biopic ‘Maestro’ has been plagued by ‘Jewface’ controversy. Many Jewish fans don’t care.

Gabe Friedman in Forward · 3 Oct 2023

The biopic "Maestro" about Leonard Bernstein, directed by and starring Bradley Cooper, has been criticized for its non-Jewish stars' use of prosthetics to portray Jewish characters, leading to a controversy known as "Jewface."