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Copying Beethoven (2006)

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Average rating: 49%
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Starring: Diane Kruger, Ralph Riach, Matyelok Gibbs, Ed Harris, Bill Stewart, Angus Barnett, Viktoria Dihen, Phyllida Law
Director: Agnieszka Holland
Studio: 20TH CENTURY FOX
Run time: 104 mins
Certificate: 12
Genres: Drama
Languages: English
Released: unknown

Brief synopsis of Copying Beethoven

A fictionalized account of the last year of Beethoven's life.

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Iain Gethin from Cheydinhal, Morrowind [Highly rated reviewer] , 25/08/2007

I would be willing to bet that most people will recognise Ed Harris (Beethoven) as the bad guy from 'A History of Violence' and if you do then it will be almost impossible to shake that image for the whole of this film.

The film is a period drama that follows the last year of Beethoven's life. The narrative follows Beethoven's attempt to finish his last symphony under the distraction of Anna Holz (played by Diane Kruger - Helen of Troy in 'Troy'), his love interest.

It is a perfectly acceptable period drama that ticks all the required boxes. However there is nothing special about the plot, the dialogue or the acting, the film simply passes without any memorable moments. If you are a casual watcher of period dramas, as opposed to an avid fan, then you will probably find this distinctly ordinary with little to motivate your continued viewing.

As for avid fans; you will probably watch Copying Beethoven for the love of the genre and if you do rent it I hope your love is strong enough to watch 104 minutes.

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