Mahler 8.
Synopsis
Mahler's 8th is one of the greatest orchestral and choral works in the classical repertoire and is rarely performed. The work has been called the 'Symphony of a Thousand', and requires eight soloists and several choirs, in addition to the orchestra. Edward Gardner's last concert in the role of Chief Conductor of the Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra was during the Bergen International Festival, with the monumental Mahler's 8th Symphony in E-flat major on the programme. The concert won the Critics' Prize for Music 2023–2024, and what has been described as a "heavenly finale" has been captured for the big screen. 'Try to imagine the whole universe beginning to ring and resound. There are no longer human voices, but planets and suns revolving.' the composer said of his eighth symphony. When the work was premiered in 1910, with Mahler conducting, it broke all the rules and boundaries of what symphonies could and should be.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Bergen International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Marius Marthinussen Søreide
- Original Title
- Mahler 8.
- Country of Origin
- Norway
- Spoken Languages
- Norwegian
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Marius Marthinussen Søreide
Department Leadership Roster
Marius Marthinussen Søreide
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What is Mahler 8. about?
Mahler's 8th is one of the greatest orchestral and choral works in the classical repertoire and is rarely performed. The work has been called the 'Symphony of a Thousand', and requires eight soloists and several choirs, in addition to the orchestra. Edward Gardner's last concert in the role of Chief Conductor of the Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra was during the Bergen International Festival, with the monumental Mahler's 8th Symphony in E-flat major on the programme. The concert won the Critics' Prize for Music 2023–2024, and what has been described as a "heavenly finale" has been captured for the big screen. 'Try to imagine the whole universe beginning to ring and resound. There are no longer human voices, but planets and suns revolving.' the composer said of his eighth symphony. When the work was premiered in 1910, with Mahler conducting, it broke all the rules and boundaries of what symphonies could and should be.
Who directed Mahler 8.?
Mahler 8. was directed by Marius Marthinussen Søreide.
Who stars in Mahler 8.?
The principal cast of Mahler 8. includes Edward Gardner, Håkon Matti Skrede, Emma Bell, Marita Sølberg, Mari Eriksmoen.
When was Mahler 8. released and how long is it?
Mahler 8. was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.