Glenn Gould: Hereafter [Blu-ray]

Glenn Gould has become a cottage industry, I guess. What does it matter, when films this fine come along. Bruno Monsaigneon strikes gold with a fresh look at a music giant. All Monsaigneon's films are gems. (his film of Menuhin's return to Russia - the patience and vision sticks with me. It should be made available again.) Monsaigneon arranges his films like subtle puzzles, like paintings. Hereafter is exquisite in that way. Most of the footage used is new to me, and that's saying something since video Gouldiana is abundant, most of it repetitive in varying degrees. Hereafter's colors and sounds are modern and true, even kindly, in their way, as Gould was in his. Monsaigneon divulges a keen cinematic palette so authoritatively it seems nonchalant. Rather much like Gould's playing. His honest affection for Gould is evident. It is, moreover, adoration of Gould's art that sings and makes this film what it is. Gould's playing throughout is stupendous, baronial, overwhelming. I've never seen footage like it! A few high wires, and always that truth-telling sound that was Gould's alone, that wins souls. Absolute recommendation to both acolyte and novice. Thanks Monsaigneon for your painstaking work. And for always looking after Glenn Gould. This piece is a winner - don't hesitate.

I believe that most people either adore Glenn Gould or cannot stand his style and interpretations. I for one still cherish my original Goldberg Variations LP recording!This film is worth viewing and listening to because: Gould explains ever so many things regarding how and why he recorded music and performed music in the manner which made him an Icon during the height of his career. I happen to consider Bruno Monsaingeon a wonderful maker of art films and this is one of his best.

I pre-ordered this as soon as I was able, being a Huge fan of Mr. Gould, and not disappointed in the least. Those whose roots with Gould are not quite that deep yet, I would suggest some of the other DVD titles listed here on Amazon first. This isn't your typical biography produced for the masses, but more focused on Gould's craft & thoughts. There are many unscripted scenes that had been previously been introduced to the editor, where you witness Mr.Gould seeking perfection in the recording studio. I could go on & on, but would like to thank Bruno Monsaingeon for producing another treasure about Glen Gould. A must have!

The film was very enjoyable, but the identities of the many people who appeared in the film are difficult to find, on Amazon or IMDB.Can anyone point me toward the identities of the people filmed?

It is truly an intriguing "document". A genius is portrayed well but also his not particularly stable personality characteristics.That does not take anything away from the musical creativity of the man. I have always enjoyed his piano playing but now I am able to appreciate it more. A well-done documentary.

This is a DVD which captures the spirit of Glenn Gould. He was a musician who transcended the accepted, the mechanical, the artificial. He was one with the composer. Mr. Monsaingeon successfully conveys these ideas through his film.Among the treasures of this work are some excerpts where Gould conducts elephants in a zoo, or when private recordings of his practice sessions are revealed (exposing his substantial voice accompaniment to his piano playing).It is a DVD of importance and inspiration.

glenn gould!

Exceeds all expectations

A part les cinq premières minutes d'où se dégage une émotion profonde le reste de ce documentaire décousu est constitué essentiellement de bribes de films déjà abondamment diffusés augmentées de quelques rushes et, musicalement parlant, de quelques mesures d'une trentaine d'oeuvres d'une vingtaine de compositeurs, Gould compris. Le tout en qualité d'époque évidemment, l'édition Blu-ray ne semblant se justifier que par la présence de plans intercalaires de paysages d'été indien (d'une grande beauté, d'ailleurs) et accessoirement du témoignage d'adoratrices inconditionnelles. Curieusement, la voix off de Glenn n'est pas sous-titrée mais doublée (encore faut-il trouver la bonne touche...). Bref, pour qui s'intéresse à ce musicien hors-norme certes mais avant tout génial il y a infiniment mieux...à commencer par les précédents films du même réalisateur. Pas de bonus. Livret de 20 pages...dont 7 en français et 3 photos dont une en vignette.

Quienes admiramos al gran pianista Glenn Gould (+), podemos conocer, a través de este Blu Ray, más sobre el genio del piano canadiense.

La vida de Glenn es algo monótona pero el cineasta convierte el guión en algo divertido e interesante

A documentary about the extraordinary 20th century Toronto pianist. Who would have thought he could have influenced so many young pianists in eastern Europe and Russia. I will watch it again.

Excellent!