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Seymour: An Introduction (2015)
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Seymour: An Introduction (2015)

Genre
Documentary
Release Date
March 13, 2015
Studio
Sundance Selects
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
March 13, 2015
MPAA Rating
PG
Duration
81 minute(s)
Production Budget
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Studio
Sundance Selects
Official Site
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Director
Ethan Hawke
Producer
Greg Loser, Heather Smith, Ethan Hawke, Ryan Hawke
Starring
  • Seymour Bernstein

In this intimate and life-affirming documentary directed by Ethan Hawke, the spotlight turns to the gentle genius of Seymour Bernstein, a renowned pianist and teacher who walked away from a celebrated concert career at its peak. The film is a quiet meditation on art, purpose, and the search for a meaningful life, as Seymour shares his profound wisdom from his modest New York apartment. Through candid conversations, masterclasses, and reflections on his own journey, he reveals how music is not merely performance, but a pathway to our most authentic selves. More than a portrait of an artist, this is a deeply personal exploration of the sacrifices and joys inherent in a life dedicated to creative expression, offering a resonant and hopeful message about where we can find beauty and connection in an increasingly noisy world.