Testimony

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While Dmitri Shostakovich becomes one of the most lauded musical figures of his era, Soviet leader Joseph Stalin (Terence Rigby) denounces his work on various occasions, creating difficulties for the high-strung composer. The film also looks at...read more

While Dmitri Shostakovich becomes one of the most lauded musical figures of his era, Soviet leader Joseph Stalin (Terence Rigby) denounces his work on various occasions, creating difficulties for the high-strung composer. The film also looks at Shostakovich's tempestuous relationship with his first wife, Nina (Sherry Baines), who was married to the musical legend during his initial success.

Original Release

09/23/1988

US Release

11/01/1988

Cast

(see additional cast & crew)

Directors

Tony Palmer

Writers

David Rudkin, Solomon Volkov, Tony Palmer

Cast

Producers

Editors

Tony Palmer

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