The film spans several decades, capturing Bernstein's journey from a Carnegie Hall stand-in to a celebrity conductor.
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Cooper adapts the film's style to suit different time periods, from black-and-white melodrama to gritty 1970s drama.
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The screenplay avoids the typical biopic format, offering a character study that delves into Bernstein's complex personality.
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Bradley Cooper's performance as Bernstein is praised for its verve and emotional depth.
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Carey Mulligan's portrayal of Felicia Montealegre, Bernstein's love interest, is a standout performance in the film.
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Despite some controversy over prosthetics, "Maestro" delivers a warm yet melancholic portrait of a musical legend.
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