Glenn Gould: a Portrait
“Biography,Documentary,Music”
Synopsis
Glenn Gould: A Portrait is a biography of pianist and "explorer of sounds" Glenn Gould. The 105-minute program -- a montage of interviews, photographs, recording sessions, and concerts -- depicts the life and times of this late musician. Highlights of the film include pictures and scenes from Gould's life in Canada, as well as interviews with Geoffrey Payzant, broadcaster Margaret Pacsu, musician John Peter Lee Roberts, and music critic Paul Hume. Gould's personal views on animals (especially his affinity for skunks), his psychiatry, pacifism, and solitude are reflected on by family and friends.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Eric Till
- Original Title
- Glenn Gould: a Portrait
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Production Studios
- CBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Eric Till
Wayne Evans
Vincent Tovell, Eric Till
Department Leadership Roster
Eric Till
Director
Vincent Tovell
Producer
Wayne Evans
Editor
Eric Till
Producer
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What is Glenn Gould: a Portrait about?
Glenn Gould: A Portrait is a biography of pianist and "explorer of sounds" Glenn Gould. The 105-minute program -- a montage of interviews, photographs, recording sessions, and concerts -- depicts the life and times of this late musician. Highlights of the film include pictures and scenes from Gould's life in Canada, as well as interviews with Geoffrey Payzant, broadcaster Margaret Pacsu, musician John Peter Lee Roberts, and music critic Paul Hume. Gould's personal views on animals (especially his affinity for skunks), his psychiatry, pacifism, and solitude are reflected on by family and friends.
Who directed Glenn Gould: a Portrait?
Glenn Gould: a Portrait was directed by Eric Till.
Who stars in Glenn Gould: a Portrait?
The principal cast of Glenn Gould: a Portrait includes Geoffrey Payzant, Glenn Gould, Margaret Pacsu, Jessie Greig, John Peter Lee Roberts.
When was Glenn Gould: a Portrait released and how long is it?
Glenn Gould: a Portrait was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Glenn Gould: a Portrait?
Glenn Gould: a Portrait holds official age classifications: CA: E.