PIANOFORTE
Germany, Poland 2023 – Director: Jakub Piątek – Original language: Chinese, English, Italian, Polish, Russian, Slovene – Subtitles: English
Steinway or Kawai? The choice of grand piano is just one of many critical decisions that those taking part in the international Chopin competition must make. Every five years, the most promising upcoming pianists compete here. Talent alone is not enough. We closely follow six competitors who have to demonstrate their self-discipline and ability to handle stress on a daily basis. Which of them will end up winning the race? Anja Klauck
Presented by arte
Writer: Jakub Piątek. Camera: Filip Drożdż. Sound: Anna Rok, Michał Fojcik, Joanna Popowicz. Editing: Ula Klimek-Piątek. Music: Teoniki Rożynek. Production: Telemark. Producer: Maciej Kubicki. Length: 89 min. International Sales: Submarine. Distribution: TBA
Biography
Jakub Piątek
Graduated from Łódź Film School, teaching feature film directing there since 2021. Worked as a journalist and cultural manager before graduating.
Filmography
PRIME TIME, PL 2021, 93 min.
ONE MAN SHOW, PL 2014, 54 min.
MOTHER, PL 2009, 11 min.
