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The Curse Of The Gothic Symphony

2011 List
100% Tomatometer 5 Reviews 67% Popcornmeter Fewer than 50 Ratings

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Nick Dent Time Out Sydney Ultimately the film is a testament to moxie of the arts scene in the Sunshine State. Rated: 3/5 Sep 27, 2017 Full Review Jim Schembri 3AW By all the accounts presented in Randall Wood's eminently fun, feisty portrait of artistic eccentricity, the formidable reputation of the mammoth, rarely performed Gothic Symphony by little-known British composer Havergal Brian is richly deserved. Rated: 3.5/5 Jul 20, 2012 Full Review CJ Johnson Film Mafia Extremely similar in theme, structure and tone to last year's Mrs. Carey's Concert, it suffers in comparison to that exquisite film, but it certainly stands alone as a swift, entertaining look at a very particular artistic quest. Rated: 3/5 Jul 17, 2012 Full Review Andrew L. Urban Urban Cinefile This gripping film takes us inside the belly of the creative beast - several bellies in fact, from that of the now dead composer, eccentric Englishman with the back to front name, Havergal Brian, through the entire cast of musicians and filmmakers Jul 14, 2012 Full Review Louise Keller Urban Cinefile The elements of this documentary are revealed like a rising crescendo, as we become involved in the struggles, frustrations & triumphs of a dedicated group that attempts to stage the mammoth work - in Brisbane Jul 14, 2012 Full Review Read all reviews

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Audience Member Does enough to draw the layman into its kinky cobweb. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 01/14/23 Full Review Audience Member An amazing Australian documentary and a must see for those interested in Havergel Brian or classical music. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/20/23 Full Review Audience Member This is one of the most touching, funny, hilarious and heartfelt documentaries I have ever seen. Sure to move you, even if you aren't a music buff. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/28/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Director
Randall Wood