The Music Lovers
1971 · 2h 3m · Drama, Music · United Kingdom, United States of America · Rated R (US)
The music lover. He had a love of life. But was torn by it. He reached out for the sensual. And was burned by it. His genius demanded a price. And he paid it.
Composer, conductor and teacher Peter Ilych Tchaikovsky struggles against his homosexual tendencies by marrying, but unfortunately, he chooses wacky nymphomaniac Nina, whom he is unable to satisfy.
Directed by
Ken RussellWritten by
Melvyn Bragg6.2Smart score
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