is a Japanese drama film released in 2015, directed by Shotaro Kobayashi and based on the manga of the same name by Akira Sasō. Maestro! stars Toshiyuki Nishida as Tendō and Tori Matsuzaka as Kōsaka, in addition to Miwa, Yutaka Matsushige and Kyusaku Shimada. The film featured as part of the 2015 LA EigaFest.LA Eiga Fest Program https://www.laeigafest.com/2015/lineup/
Plot An orchestra is reformed, after initially having been disbanded because of money. The group is reformed by a mysterious benefactor, whose management style annoys many of the players. The story centres around the young violinist, Kosaka, who is offered a position in the re-formed prestigious orchestra. However, he is surprised to discover that the rehearsal place is a disused factory and performances of the members is somewhat erratic, as the majority of the best players have found positions elsewhere. Amid the chaos, conductor Tendo Tetsusaburo arrives."Popular-Classic-Manga-Coming-to-Theaters-Movie-Maestro!" Tokyo Otaku Mode https://otakumode.com/news/545b68105979d06009654f2e/Popular-Classic-Manga-Coming-to-Theaters-Movie-Maestro!-to-Release-on-Jan-31-2015 The movie explores the relationships between the individual players, friction heightened between them based on their work ethics and egos. Some of the professional egos creates drama, particularly when an amateur (though gifted)flute player, Amane Tachibana (played by singer/songwriter Miwa) arrives. With the orchestra facing continuing financial problems, the erratic conductor continues to push the orchestra, and despite his abnormal ways, starts to get results.SBS Top 10 Must See Japanese-films 2015 http://www.sbs.com.au/popasia/blog/2016/03/13/top-10-must-see-japanese-films-2015
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External links
Maestro! (2015) at Eigapedia