TeenzTen An action-packed slog

Beystiman It's fun, it's light, [but] it has a hard time when its tries to get heavy.

SparkMore n my opinion it was a great movie with some interesting elements, even though having some plot holes and the ending probably was just too messy and crammed together, but still fun to watch and not your casual movie that is similar to all other ones.

Edwin The storyline feels a little thin and moth-eaten in parts but this sequel is plenty of fun.

Nicolas Vining A must see for all fans of Brendel and anyone interested in what sets great classical musicians apart form us mere mortals. Mark Kidel's camera follows the relationship between Kit Armstrong, new-comer to the classical music scene and the recently retired Alfred Brendel. Brendel admits early on that he is not drawn to teaching youngsters, but something in Armstrong's playing has attracted him. What is fascinating is that here we have two sharply contrasting musical minds, one steeped in liberal values linked to great literature and art, the other analytical and mathematical. And yet a bond develops. This growing relationship is beautifully captured in a series of encounters between the two musicians. We are privileged to observe all the hard work and hours of practise and refinement which result in a consummate public performance which seems to be produced with such ease. There are some good illustrations of Armstrong's developing ability to relate with other musicians (notably cellist Adrian Brendel) both as a chamber musician and composer. But the most compelling moments are those occasions where Brendel works at the keyboard with Armstrong, teasing out the ideas and intentions of the great classical composers. The sense of great wisdom being passed down from one generation to the next is almost palpable. This restrained and understated documentary also captures some delightful moments of humanity, affection and humour between the two protagonists.