They Came to Play

They Came to Play

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Status

Released

Release Date

Oct 25, 2008

Runtime

1h 31m

Genres

Documentary

User Score

65%

Original Title

They Came to Play

Director

Alex Rotaru

Description

Chronicles the Fifth International Piano Competition for Outstanding Amateurs, hosted by The Van Cliburn Foundation. Players from all over the world, ranging from self-taught to classically-trained, aged thirty-five to almost eighty, convene in Fort Worth, Texas for a week of intense competition, music and camaraderie. The film the film provides an intimate look into the lives of these colorful, multi-faceted competitors as they strive to balance the demands of work and family with their love of music. Years of dedicated preparation culminate in critical performances before a professional jury and discerning audience during three nerve-wracking elimination rounds.