The Bowmakers
"The story of the most important instrument you’ve never heard of."
Originally released in 2019. The Bowmakers is a documentary film. directed by Ward Serrill.
Starring Charles Espey, Paul Siefried, and Robert Morrow
Synopsis
This documentary film explores the world of the bow and the extraordinary masters who make them. The bow is the Cinderella of the orchestra—the overworked and overshadowed ally to its more glamorous partners. Few people, even among lovers of classical music, think of the bow as an instrument in its own right, but players of stringed instruments see them differently. To musicians, the bow is as essential to expressing the soul of the music as the violin or cello. The film follows the journey of the “silent servant” of the music world—from the workshops of the virtuosos of the trade, to the birthplace of the bow in France, and to Brazil, home to the imperiled tree from which the world’s finest bows are made.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 27, 2019
6 years ago
Runtime
1h 46m
106 minutes total
User Rating
8.0/10
Excellent (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Charles Espey
as Self, bow-maker
Paul Siefried
as Self, bow-maker
Robert Morrow
as Self, bow-maker
Ole Kanestrom
as Self, bow-maker
Cody Kowalski
as Self, bow-maker
Stéphane Tomachot
as Self, bow-maker
Joséphine Tomachot
as Self, bow-maker
Noel Burke
as Self, bow-maker
Johnny Gandelsman
as Self, violinist, Brooklyn Rider
Colin Jacobsen
as Self, violinist, Brooklyn Rider
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Woody Creek Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Bowmakers about?
This documentary film explores the world of the bow and the extraordinary masters who make them. The bow is the Cinderella of the orchestra—the overworked and overshadowed ally to its more glamo...
Who directed The Bowmakers?
The Bowmakers was directed by Ward Serrill.
How long is The Bowmakers?
The Bowmakers has a runtime of 1 hours and 46 minutes (106 minutes total).
When was The Bowmakers released?
The Bowmakers was released on September 27, 2019 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Bowmakers?
The main cast of The Bowmakers includes Charles Espey, Paul Siefried, Robert Morrow, Ole Kanestrom, Cody Kowalski.