Fremantle Acquires Docudrama ‘Mozart: Rise of a Genius,’ Debuts Clip (EXCLUSIVE)

As a seasoned connoisseur of both cinema and classical music, I must say that “Mozart: Rise of a Genius” piques my interest like a well-tuned violin string. The blend of historical accuracy, dramatic reenactments, and live orchestral performances promises to create an immersive experience that even the most jaded of critics can’t help but appreciate.


72 Films’ three-part docudrama “Mozart: Rise of a Genius” has been obtained by Fremantle for worldwide distribution. This insightful series delves deep into the life and enduring impact of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. The premiere is set for Sept. 16 on BBC Two and BBC iPlayer, with EbMaster providing an exclusive sneak peek in the video below.

This show explores the intense 35-year life of the musical genius who transformed music, Mozart. The story is filled with mystery, competition, and controversy. It’s presented in an engaging way using insightful interviews, captivating dramatizations, and thrilling live orchestra performances. The series follows his path from a beloved figure in high society to a defiant outsider, all set amidst the vibrant European culture of the time.

The program is set to be shot at various historical landmarks such as theaters, palaces, and residences of Mozart, spread across Vienna and Hungary. Notably, it boasts live performances by the Hungarian Studio Orchestra, specifically recorded for this production, serving as its musical backdrop.

The collection features input from historians, music scholars, and passionate lovers of classical music, with notable figures such as Stephen Fry, Sheila Hancock, Richard E. Grant, Adjoa Andoh, Karla Crome, Robert Greenberg, Jane Glover, Flora Willson, David McVicar, Edward Gardner, Lucy Crowe, and Golda Schultz contributing to it.

Jens Richter, CEO of Fremantle’s commercial and international division, stated: “The series ‘Mozart: Rise of a Genius’ is an impactful production that honors the genius of Mozart while showcasing the intricate, captivating universe he moved through during his existence. We are thrilled to work alongside 72 Films and the BBC once more to bring this extraordinary tale to our collaborators and their viewers, offering a new take on this iconic figure.

72 Films has crafted an engaging, thought-provoking, and illuminating portrayal of Mozart – a man whose life was filled with drama, whose personality held contradictions, who met an untimely and sorrowful end, and whose work revolutionized classical music. I believe BBC viewers will be captivated by this exceptional series.

The series ‘Mozart: Rise of a Genius’ was created by 72 Films for BBC2. David Glover, Rob Coldstream, and Nick Holt serve as executive producers for 72 Films, while Melanie Fall is the series producer and Alice Smith takes on the role of series director.

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2024-09-12 16:46