The Pianist
Originally released in 1998. The Pianist is a drama film. directed by Mario Gas.
Starring Jordi Mollà, Pere Ponce, and Paulina Gálvez
Synopsis
This music-themed drama is set in Barcelona of the mid-'80s. When famed composer Lluis Doria visits a transvestite club, he learns his lifelong friend Albert Rossell is the house pianist. A flashback takes the tale four decades into the past, where the younger Rossell rejoins Teresa after having spent years in prison for helping anti-Franco anarchists. The story continues into Paris of the '30s, the period when Doria and Rossell first met, sharing a mutual interest in music and Teresa, before civil war sent them in different directions.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 13, 1998
27 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
User Rating
7.8/10
Great (5 votes)
Language
Spanish
Original language
Country
Spain
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ES
Production Companies
- Massa d'Or Produccions
- Tornasol Media
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Pianist about?
This music-themed drama is set in Barcelona of the mid-'80s. When famed composer Lluis Doria visits a transvestite club, he learns his lifelong friend Albert Rossell is the house pianist. A flashba...
Who directed The Pianist?
The Pianist was directed by Mario Gas.
How long is The Pianist?
The Pianist has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was The Pianist released?
The Pianist was released on September 13, 1998 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Pianist?
The main cast of The Pianist includes Jordi Mollà, Pere Ponce, Paulina Gálvez, Mercè Arànega, Marc Martínez.