Dmitri Shostakovich: Sonata for Viola

Synopsis

Banned in the USSR until 1985, Sonata for Viola documents the life of Russian composer Dmitri Shostakovich. In addition to being a portrait of a musical genius, the film bears witness to the joy of modern music. It shows how Shostakovich, despite the drawbacks of his time, overcame the storms of history and human frailty. Illustrated with rare archival footage chosen by Alexander Sokurov.
DVD extras - editor’s notes, biography, filmography

Language

English

Country

France

Year of release

2005

Year of production

1981

Notes

Subtitles available in English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish

Subjects

Music; Russian studies

Keywords

biographies; censorship; composers (music); music - classical; Russia; USSR; Shostakovich, Dmitri

Distribution Formats

Type

DVD

Format

Region 0

Price

£16.99

Availability

Sale

Duration/Size

75 minutes

Year

2005

Production Company

Name

Ideal Audience International

Distributor

Name

Quantum Leap

Notes

The company ceased trading in 2018. It was previously a distributor and online retailer specialising in non-fiction DVD titles on a wide variety of subjects, particularly in the areas of music instruction, music performance, sport instruction, and health. Some titles also available through retail outlets.

 

Available from retail outlets