Bradley Cooper's 'Maestro' Explores Dichotomies of Leonard Bernstein's Life

Cooper stars, directs, and co-scripts the film, drawing parallels between his own career and Bernstein's.

Bradley Cooper's new film 'Maestro' is a biopic about Leonard Bernstein, exploring the dichotomies of his life as a composer, conductor, husband, and philanderer.
Cooper not only stars as Bernstein but also directed, co-scripted, and produced the film, drawing parallels between Bernstein's career and his own.
The film is as much a portrait of Bernstein's tumultuous marriage to Felicia Montealegre, played by Carey Mulligan, as it is a depiction of his career.
Cooper prepared for the role by attending Philadelphia Orchestra rehearsals and concerts, and the film features several Philadelphia actors, writers, and musicians.
'Maestro' is now playing in theaters and will be available on Netflix from December 20.