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The Composer and His Heaven – Peteris Vasks streaming

Original title: Der Komponist und sein Himmel - Peteris Vasks
2023 Movie Germany Musical, Documentary, Biography, Music 53 min
By: Holger Vogt With: Sol Gabetta, Pēteris Vasks, Peteris Vasks

Modern classical music that speaks direct to the heart: that is the aim of Latvian composer Pēteris Vasks. Across the world, orchestras and choirs, soloists, conductors, and an ever growing public have discovered the emotional power of his compositions. The film follows the composer in Riga, at rehearsals, composing alone, in private and in the nature, he loves so much. A sensitive portrait of an artist, and a very special person with a special view on our world. Vasks: "I am a sad optimist".

Mood

Melancholic
Reflective
Thoughtful

Cast & Crew

Holger Vogt
Pēteris Vasks
Sol Gabetta
Peteris Vasks

Director

Holger Vogt

Cast

Peter Vasks

Composer, Original Music

Peter Vasks

Adaptation

Based On True Events

Cinematic Technique

Personal Documentary
Poetic Documentary

Narrative Structure

Dialogue-Driven
Single Perspective

Pace

Contemplative
Slow-Burn

Soundtrack

Modern Classical Music
Orchestral Score

Time-Period

Contemporary

Characters

Artist
Composer

Key Plot Points

Composition Process
Connection With Nature
Rehearsals

Setting

Nature Landscapes
Riga

Shooting Location

Latvia
Riga

Theme

Artistic Creation
Emotional Expression
Nature Inspiration

Genre

Documentary
Music Documentary

Audiences

Art Enthusiasts
Classical Music Lovers
Documentary Viewers

Titles

The Composer And His Heaven – Peteris Vasks

Production Countries

Latvia

Release Year

2023
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