Bernstein's Wall

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Bernstein's Wall

2021

1h 40m

Documentary

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A documentary film about Leonard Bernstein and his fight to create social change through his work and life.

Ryan Lattanzio

IndieWire

To the film's credit, this autobiographically sketched collage is more about Bernstein's political commitments and conducting genius than his celebrity and a peek into his inner, philosophizing, often tormented life.

Rated: B-

Sep 23, 2021

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Brian Tallerico

RogerEbert.com

A pleasant time spent with an eloquent and insightful man, captured in a film that does justice to his legacy.

Sep 21, 2021

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Todd Gilchrist

TheWrap

Its feverishly edited concert footage and first-person interviews deliver a slightly dizzying chronology of Bernstein's life, but Tirola does an exceptional job of showcasing the irrefutable truth that he contained a few more multitudes than most.

Sep 3, 2021

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Sammie Purcell

Rough Draft Atlanta

“Bernstein’s Wall” uses a combination of archival footage, interviews, and photos to chronicle the legendary conductor’s professional and political life, and how he wrestled with the power of art to affect political and social change.

Jul 28, 2025

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Dennis Harvey

48 Hills

A frequent, gifted public speaker, his audio recordings basically narrate his own story here, illustrated by copious archival materials.

Jul 27, 2022

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Daniel Howat

Next Best Picture

For both devoted fans and interested newcomers, "Bernstein's Wall" is an illuminating look at one of the most celebrated composers of the 20th century, told entirely through his own words.

Rated: 7/10

May 18, 2022

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Douglas Tirola

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Douglas Tirola

Writer

Susan Bedusa

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John Boccardo

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David J. Cornfield

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Synopsis

A documentary film about Leonard Bernstein and his fight to create social change through his work and life.

Director: Douglas Tirola
Producer: Susan Bedusa
Screenwriter: Douglas Tirola, Douglas Tirola
Production Co: 4th Row Films, Fit Via Vi Film Productions, Topic Studios
Genre: Documentary
Original Language: English
Runtime: 1h 40m