The Music Lovers
"The music lover. He had a love of life. But was torn by it. He reached out for the sensual. And was burned by it. His genius demanded a price. And he paid it."
Originally released in 1971. The Music Lovers is a drama/music film. directed by Ken Russell. With a runtime of 2h 3m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Richard Chamberlain, Glenda Jackson, and Max Adrian
Synopsis
Composer, conductor and teacher Peter Ilych Tchaikovsky struggles against his homosexual tendencies by marrying, but unfortunately, he chooses wacky nymphomaniac Nina, whom he is unable to satisfy.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 12, 1971
54 years ago
Runtime
2h 3m
123 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (53 votes)
Budget
$2M
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Richard Chamberlain
as Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Glenda Jackson
as Antonina 'Nina' Milyukova
Max Adrian
as Nicholas Rubinstein
Christopher Gable
as Count Anton Chiluvsky
Kenneth Colley
as Modeste Tchaikovsky
Izabella Telezynska
as Madame Nadedja von Meck
Maureen Pryor
as Mrs. Milyukova
Sabina Maydelle
as Sasha Tchaikovsky
Andrew Faulds
as Davidov
Bruce Robinson
as Alexei Sofronov
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $2,000,000
Production Companies
- Russ-Arts
- United Artists
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Music Lovers about?
Composer, conductor and teacher Peter Ilych Tchaikovsky struggles against his homosexual tendencies by marrying, but unfortunately, he chooses wacky nymphomaniac Nina, whom he is unable to satisfy.
Who directed The Music Lovers?
The Music Lovers was directed by Ken Russell.
How long is The Music Lovers?
The Music Lovers has a runtime of 2 hours and 3 minutes (123 minutes total).
When was The Music Lovers released?
The Music Lovers was released on February 12, 1971 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Music Lovers?
The main cast of The Music Lovers includes Richard Chamberlain, Glenda Jackson, Max Adrian, Christopher Gable, Kenneth Colley.