Brahms: The Symphonies (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1980, Brahms: The Symphonies is a music film directed by Herbert von Karajan, running about 161 minutes.
What it’s about. Karajan conducts these symphonies with eyes closed, often intently enraptured by the music, smiling occasionally when a passage or solo sounds just right to his ear. He conducts Brahms with a greater sense of urgency than does Bernstein: the First symphony is 11 minutes shorter as conducted by Karajan! Nothing is rushed but there is what can only be described as emotional compression, an intensity of expression that sounds quicker than Bernstein's performances.
Who’s in it. Brahms: The Symphonies stars Herbert von Karajan as Self - Conductor.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Brahms: The Symphonies sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Brahms: The Symphonies page.
If you liked it. Fans of Brahms: The Symphonies tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Brahms: The Symphonies (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Brahms: The Symphonies change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Brahms: The Symphonies worth watching?
- Brahms: The Symphonies holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Brahms: The Symphonies?
- Brahms: The Symphonies stars Herbert von Karajan.
- When was Brahms: The Symphonies released?
- Brahms: The Symphonies was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 161 minutes.