Kinotheatertag: Bolero

A film in the accompanying program to "The Great Gatsby"

Ida Rubinstein (Jeanne Balibar) needs the support of composer Maurice Ravel (Raphaël Personnaz). He is to write the music for her next ballet number. It should be sensual and beguiling. And what does the musician do? First, he stares at a blank sheet of paper for a very long time, because the proverbial muse simply won't kiss him.

Director Anne Fontaine ("Coco Chanel") sensitively illuminates the creative process of French composer Maurice Ravel and his obsessive search for inspiration and musical perfection in the 1920s. Filmed in his original home and at his piano, among other locations, the biopic takes a fascinating look at the life and work of the creator of the famous ballet and orchestral piece. Ravel would have celebrated his 150th birthday on March 7, 2025.

Paris 1928: The composer Maurice Ravel is commissioned by the eccentric dancer Ida Rubinstein to compose the music for her next ballet. She wanted something sensual and beguiling. Ravel initially feels unable to put anything down on paper. A seemingly random idea becomes the basis for his greatest success - a fascinating and unique work that will help the composer achieve world fame.