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Beethoven's Nephew

Beethoven's Nephew

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Status

Released

Release Date

Sep 18, 1985

Runtime

1h 43m

Genres

Drama

User Score

50%

Original Title

Le Neveu de Beethoven

Production Companies

Orfilm, CBL Films

Director

Paul Morrissey

Description

The plot centers around old Beethoven's fixation on the welfare of his nephew, for whom he fought a lengthy custody battle against his brother's former wife. Beethoven thought she was a bad influence on the boy. Sadly, the nephew isn't receptive to Beethoven's "overtures", and resents his boorish uncle's efforts on his behalf. The nephew is a complete nonentity, lacking in both interest and talent. He seems to wish only to be left alone.