Bradley Cooper's 'Maestro' Earns Praise for Ambitious Storytelling and Transformative Performances

The film, exploring Leonard Bernstein's complex life and marriage, features a striking visual style and is set for a Netflix release on December 20, 2023.

Bradley Cooper's film 'Maestro', in which he stars as the iconic conductor Leonard Bernstein, has been met with critical acclaim for its ambitious storytelling and stunning performances.
The film explores Bernstein's complex personal life and marriage to actress Felicia Montealegre, portrayed by Carey Mulligan, and his struggles with his sexuality.
Cooper's transformation into Bernstein involved extensive makeup and prosthetics, including a controversial prosthetic nose to mimic Bernstein's more nasal-sounding voice.
The film, which Cooper also co-wrote and directed, is noted for its striking visual style, with the first half shot in black and white before transitioning to color.
'Maestro' premiered at the 80th Venice International Film Festival and is now in select theaters, with a Netflix release scheduled for December 20, 2023.