Arthur Rubinstein: The Love of Life

1/11/2026

So many documentaries that follow celebrated classical maestros end up delivering dry and adulatory fly-on-the-wall observations of their often aloof and pampered subject, but this one is really different. That’s because Arthur Rubenstein comes across as quite an engaging fellow to get to know. Aside from being an accomplished pianist, he also has a demonstrable sense of humour and he also has things to say about politics, history, music and importantly he acknowledges that “you are born with talent and develop it, you can’t learn it”. His travels are extensive and his performances include rehearsals, galas and sessions with aspiring musicians that appear motivational and collaborative. He comes across as a man of integrity and skill, but also one of humility and with a sense of proportion