The Bolero (1973) - FAQ
Frequently asked questions about this film.
What is The Bolero about?
The Bolero is a documentary. The first part of this Academy Award-winning short consists of a behind-the-scenes look at the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra as it prepares to perform Ravel's "Bolero." Individual musicians offer their thoughts as workers set up chairs and music stands; there are also comments by conductor Zubin Mehta and scenes of Mehta and the orchestra rehearsing. The rest of the film features a complete performance of "Bolero" with striking images of the orchestra as the music relentlessly approaches its climax.
When was The Bolero released?
The Bolero was released in 1973.
How long is The Bolero?
The Bolero has a runtime of 26 minutes.
What genre is The Bolero?
The Bolero is classified as Music.
What topics does The Bolero cover?
The Bolero explores topics including music-history, performance-arts.