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This biography of Ludwig von Beethoven (played here by Gary Oldman) builds its narrative around an actual letter found after his death, addressed only to the composer's "immortal beloved." The responsibility of discovering this mysterious person's identity falls to Beethoven's friend and secretary (Jeroen Krabbé), who sets out on an investigation that soon becomes an exploration of the composer's life. Through recollections and scattered hints, we receive glimpses of Beethoven's relationships
Dec 16, 1994 Wide
Aug 28, 2001
Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
All Critics (38) | Top Critics (9) | Fresh (20) | Rotten (13) | DVD (11)
Not as much mystery or tension as it could have had, but the film is still movingly evocative of the period and the composer's inner state.
I doubet whether Rose's speculative and overwroght chronicle of Beethoven will rekindle interest in the composer's life and work in the same way that Amadeus did for Mozart.
A little slow, but overall a good film.
completely nuts!
Imitation Ken Russell biopic lacking in power and a feel for the music.
As writer and director, Bernard Rose must take full responsibility for the fictions masquerading as fact in his treatment of Beethoven's life and loves.
real coup is the perfect casting of consummate chameleon actor Gary Oldman as Beethoven.
Gary Oldman is absolutely phenomenal here as Ludwig van Beethoven but the supporting cast is a bit overacted or sometimes wooden and fake. The film itself is a little confusing and slow but it's easy to forget that when you're wrapped up in the mystery, and when watching Oldman give a tour de force performance, and
January 29, 2012Super Reviewer
Immortal Beloved is an incredible biopic about one of the most famed composers who ever lived. Gary Oldman is the perfect choice to play composer Ludwig Van Beethoven. He brought such charisma to his performance that it's a shame he didn't win an Oscar. I thought he was excellent in the role. Immortal Beloved is a well
August 19, 2011
Super Reviewer
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