Overview

• Bradley Cooper's portrayal of Leonard Bernstein, details of which are revealed in the Netflix biopic 'Maestro,' was lauded for its authenticity, with Cooper's transformation encompassing Bernstein's affairs with both men and women.
• The trailer of the film, which shows stories from the conductor's life in both color and black and white, suggests that the movie will not shy away from Bernstein's complicated love life, which included a brief separation from his wife, Felicia Montealegre, when he left her for music scholar Tom Cothran.
• The film captures key moments in Bernstein's life with Montealegre, played by Carey Mulligan, as well as his relationships with other figures such as clarinetist David Oppenheim, played by Matt Bomer, and Tom Cothran, played by The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel actor Gideon Glick.
• Despite some initial criticism over the use of facial prosthetics in Cooper's portrayal, Bernstein's family has expressed support for the actor's transformation into the character.
• The movie, produced by Steven Spielberg and Martin Scorcese, has received positive feedback from screenings at film festivals in New York, London, and Venice, suggesting a successful reception upon its Netflix release on December 20.