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How Long Is “The Bolero”?
26m runtime
film with a runtime of 26 minutes, released in 1973. Presented in English.
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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.
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How long is The Bolero?
The Bolero runs for 26m.
What language is it available in?
The primary language listed for this title is English.
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