Seymour: An Introduction

2014, Documentary, 1h 21m

68 Reviews 5,000+ Ratings

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Seymour Bernstein's genuineness shines so brightly in Seymour: An Introduction that viewers will forgive debuting director Ethan Hawke's reverent treatment. Read critic reviews

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Movie Info

Pianist Seymour Bernstein, who gave up performing for teaching, discusses his passion for music and his philosophy of life.
  • Rating:
    PG (Some Mild Thematic Elements)
  • Genre:
    Documentary
  • Original Language:
    English
  • Director:
    Ethan Hawke
  • Producer:
    Greg Loser, Heather Smith, Ryan Hawke
  • Release Date (Theaters):
     limited
  • Release Date (Streaming):
  • Box Office (Gross USA):
    $580.0K
  • Runtime:
  • Distributor:
    IFC Films

Cast & Crew

Seymour Bernstein
Self
Ethan Hawke
Self
Ethan Hawke
Director
Greg Loser
Producer
Heather Smith
Producer
Ryan Hawke
Producer
Ramsey Fendall
Cinematographer
Anna Gustavi
Film Editing
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Audience Reviews for Seymour: An Introduction

  • Sep 10, 2014
    A heart warming tale of a genius who couldn't get over his fear of playing before crowds to make it a career. Becoming a teacher that inspired more than music students, Seymour is a man that you are glad to get to know.
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