"Beethoven"

Description of Documentary:

A three-episode TV mini-series produced by the BBC, "Beethoven" is a very powerful and moving docudrama based on the life and music of Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827). Fantastically written and beautifully directed, the series constitutes a thorough and accurate reconstruction of Beethoven's life, from his troubled childhood to his death at the age of 56. Paul Rhys's masterful portrayal of Beethoven is particularly noteworthy, doing well to convey in vivid color the natural genius of the Great Man and the isolation, turmoil and despair he experienced throughout his eventful life. Insightful narration from the popular conductor, composer and presenter Charles Hazlewood does well to add a sophisticated educational dimension to the series, as well as to encourage a seamless and comfortable flow of the story. This is an absolute must-watch!

Director:

Ursula Macfarlane

Cast:

Paul Rhys_______________Ludwig van Beethoven
Jack Shepherd___________Joseph Haydn
David Bamber____________Prince Lichnowsky
Alice Eve_______________Countess Giulietta Guicciardi
Nicholas Farrell__________Stephan von Breuning
Tom Goodman-Hill________Anton Schindler
Gareth David-Lloyd________Older Karl
Casper Harvey___________Young Karl
Sarah Hadland___________Johanna van Beethoven
Christian Coulson_________Archduke Rudolph
Charles Hazlewood_______Himself - Presenter

Part 1 (follow the links to remaining parts...well worth sticking through all 18)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?gl=GB&hl=en-GB&v=67pKZrxgv4Y