Documentary   Germany

"Artur Schnabel: No Place of Exile" is a documentary film that explores the life and legacy of Austrian-German musician and composer Artur Schnabel. Schnabel, considered a musical genius during his time, was exiled from Germany and faced obscurity in the country today.

The film follows pianist Markus Pawlik, a devoted admirer of Schnabel, as he embarks on a journey to bring Schnabel's greatest compositions back to Berlin in a commemorative concert. Pawlik collaborates with baritone Dietrich Henschel and the Szymanowski String Quartet to recreate Schnabel's music and showcase its significance.

As Pawlik travels through various locations, he delves into the places, landscapes, and history that shaped Schnabel's life and music. The film explores the impact of the two World Wars and the Holocaust on Schnabel's artistic journey, highlighting how these catastrophic events displaced him and contributed to his relative oblivion in contemporary Germany.

"Artur Schnabel: No Place of Exile" not only aims to rediscover Schnabel as an essential artist and composer but also sheds light on the influence of modernism on his work. The film seeks to revive Schnabel's artistry and bring recognition to his significant contributions to the world of music.
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