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Tom and Gage discuss Todd Field's Tár from 2022.
Set against the rarefied and highly competitive international sphere of Western classical music, the film follows the formidable Lydia Tár—a world‑renowned composer-conductor celebrated for her technical brilliance, artistic daring, and commanding presence. At the height of her career, she has shattered long‑standing barriers to become the first woman ever to lead one of Germany’s most prestigious orchestras, a position that places her at the center of global cultural influence and intense public scrutiny.
By Thomas BackmanTom and Gage discuss Todd Field's Tár from 2022.
Set against the rarefied and highly competitive international sphere of Western classical music, the film follows the formidable Lydia Tár—a world‑renowned composer-conductor celebrated for her technical brilliance, artistic daring, and commanding presence. At the height of her career, she has shattered long‑standing barriers to become the first woman ever to lead one of Germany’s most prestigious orchestras, a position that places her at the center of global cultural influence and intense public scrutiny.