Classic Movies Live – Season 5, Episode 2: Maestro
February 7, 2024
Continuing our Best Picture marathon, our hosts are back to talk about Bradley Cooper’s sophomore directing effort: Maestro!
Based on the life of legendary conductor Leonard Bernstein (Cooper) and his wife Felicia Montealegre (Carey Mulligan), Maestro gives audiences a front-row seat for the triumphs and tribulations of the Great American Composer. Chronicling over 50 years of Bernstein’s life, Maestro sees Cooper attempt a comprehensive profile of an artist who only wished he had more to give.
Joining our hosts today is Ben! Last seen on Kickin’ It With Kendrick, Episode 8: The Last Five Years, Ben once again brings his extensive knowledge of music and musical history, as well as a wealth of knowledge about Bernstein himself.
Tune in to hear Ben, Pierre, and Jeff break down what works about Maestro, what doesn’t work, and talk about every aspect of this week’s seven-time nominated Oscar movie, to determine once and for all if it’s a Classic Movie, Live!
Also, go check out Pierre’s music over on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/artist/3wGIUo6AF2qgQVDaEyjFiM?si=5LYZht_FQ6qZVOEFswWHhg
