Itzhak
Synopsis
From Schubert to Strauss, Bach to Brahms, Mozart to…Billy Joel, Itzhak Perlman’s violin playing transcends mere performance to evoke the celebrations and struggles of real life. Director Alison Chernick’s (The Jeff Koons Show, Matthew Barney: No Restraint) new documentary provides an intimate, cinéma vérité look at the remarkable life and career of this musician, widely considered the world’s greatest violinist. Features new interviews with the world-renowned violinist, his family, friends and colleagues including Billy Joel, Alan Alda, pianist Martha Argerich and cellist Mischa Maisky.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Moscow Jewish Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$607K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alison Chernick
- Screenplay & Story
- Alison Chernick, Helen Yum
- Original Title
- Itzhak
- Country of Origin
- Israel, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Hebrew, English
- Runtime
- 1h 22m
- Worldwide Gross
- $607K
- Production Studios
- American Masters Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alison Chernick
Alison Chernick, Helen Yum
Chris Dapkins, Christopher Gallo, Daniel Kedem, Mikko Timonen
Alison Chernick, Michael Kantor, Penny Lieberman
Department Leadership Roster
Alison Chernick
Director
Alison Chernick
Producer
Alison Chernick
Writer
Helen Yum
Writer
Chris Dapkins
Director of Photography
Christopher Gallo
Director of Photography
Daniel Kedem
Director of Photography
Mikko Timonen
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Itzhak.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Itzhak
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Itzhak about?
From Schubert to Strauss, Bach to Brahms, Mozart to…Billy Joel, Itzhak Perlman’s violin playing transcends mere performance to evoke the celebrations and struggles of real life. Director Alison Chernick’s (The Jeff Koons Show, Matthew Barney: No Restraint) new documentary provides an intimate, cinéma vérité look at the remarkable life and career of this musician, widely considered the world’s greatest violinist. Features new interviews with the world-renowned violinist, his family, friends and colleagues including Billy Joel, Alan Alda, pianist Martha Argerich and cellist Mischa Maisky.
Who directed Itzhak?
Itzhak was directed by Alison Chernick.
Who stars in Itzhak?
The principal cast of Itzhak includes Itzhak Perlman, Toby Perlman, Alan Alda, Billy Joel.
When was Itzhak released and how long is it?
Itzhak was released in 2017 with a total runtime of 1h 22m.
How much did Itzhak make at the box office?
Itzhak grossed $607K in worldwide ticket sales.