my favourite movie 'Shine' and my favourite pianist David Helfgott...I work with people with mental health problems...and sometimes I think...they are more normal than others...I like them and understand them because they are against this world...
i feel like i relate almost directly to David because not only am i a pianist (though im more like a pianist-in-the-making), but i had a nervous breakdown several years ago and it was diagnosed schizoaffective. I know how much of a nightmare mental illness can be, not being able to think right and being incapable of trust or emotional stability. But i also know how awesome it is to overcome and realize you're not alone. Most composers had serious issues, but are among the greatest geniuses!
@TheEnglishViking1 of course you can say that, you don't have to say it like a pompous prick like that, but it's worth letting others know he doesn't actually play the piece to the standard that others can
@TheEnglishViking1 What exactly are your credentials to call him a "butcher musically speaking" Are you a classically trained pianist? Have you ever seen David in concert? have you heard him play Balakirev's Islamey? You don't form your opinions based only on what you hear on poor quality Youtube recordings do you?
What a treat to see the real David after being enthralled by Shine. Mental illness?? I think the real mentally ill are those that sound normal but have no soul and float through life in a fog putting others down. David is one of my heroes.
@Madnessonman Regardless of his ability, many people will continue to enjoy his recitals because he has demonstrated an ability to overcome adversity.
@Madnessonman No, I like his playing because it taps an emotionally wellspring deep inside me, I really don't care what is PC or un-PC, that is more of a vacuous generation Y thing. "His bullshit life"? compared to what exactly. I've seen this man play live and he is an excellent musician. You have listened to a heavily edited, poor quality Youtube recording, I recommend that you go and see David in concert, you will not forget it.
I have only just watched the film Shine and it was overwhelming! David is an outstanding pianist and thanks to the love of Gillian, he came back to life thank goodness. He is a pleasure to listen to.
Wow, what a pianist. I can't understand people who say he can't play, that his music doesn't show emotion. I think they know zilch about classical music, that's what. Very inspiring to finally watch and listen to David play long after I got hooked on Shine and many more years than that after I fell in love with Rach 3. What a journey - not finished yet, I hope!
Just got back from seeing him perform, and i thought his murmuring was someone in the crowd being rude for a while, he was amazing, my favorite piece was La Campanella.
@Eudora74 Yes! Absolutely. It was Lynn. So many Redgraves! She was brilliant in the film and a true star of stage and screen. Shine - Australia's best ever film. Loved every single second of it. The entire cast were excellent.
@eowyna88 The sad thing is that many people will not realise what a genius Geoffrey Rush is until he is dead. The good thing is that both Helfgott and Rush are Australians proving that the flower does bloom in the desert. (I am slightly biased here)
Madre de Dios, Rush lo personifico tal cual, son dos gotas de agua jjjj q emoción! llore toda la pelicula, amo la música, amo la vida, dios bendiga a este genio
@modelomachin yo la vi hace unos diez años y es, a la fecha, mi película favorita. En verdad que es una historia de ida y regreso... de la cumbre al suelo y vuelta arriba... tanto me gustó que conseguí el correo de David y Gillian y les escribí para comentarles cuánto me conmovió su historia...
@modelomachin hola hermano latinoamericano, me acaba de pasar lo mismo que ati, me emocione mucho con la peli y ver este video potenció todo.. un abrazo a la distancia
um. thanks. . seems you're already worse than what you think me to be. There's nothing wrong with smoking weed. He seems to have a racing mind.. Medical usage of marijuana is not only for physical pain, but for mental disorders as well. Plus.. it's better than taking a bunch of prescription medicine (don't know if he does. But that's besides the point). Thanks for the kind words though. Not that I care what another human being thinks.. since I believe all humans are mostly shit to begin with.
You said to someone "Its better for him that he doesn't smoke weed or else he'll be like you which is worse than any mental sickness."
That was a horribe thing to say and there was no need for it.. Perhaps I should have explained more fully and then you wouldnt have misunderstood and thought it was about your name only.
God bless David and Gillian. People who do not understand mental illness or don't bother to learn about it are just plain ignorant. David is a genius and magnificent musician. He can't help how his brain is affected. Have compassion, people!
@ckmiller66 Oh my goodness. I had a studio professor who used to chatter and make strange noises when he played. That added to my fright of pursuing a career in performing.
I only wish that the Mundaring Weir Hotel wouldnt have David play up there in the stinking hot month of February. I couldn`t watch SHINE, as it reminded me too much of my own childhood at the hands of a violent father.
I disagree with the comment saying that he's not concert pianist material. I just finished watching "Shine," and to be honest, I don't buy the story at all. The film is great, especially with the impressive performance of Geoffrey Rush portrayed as adult David, but the story of David's life is painfully shallow and exaggerating. What I dislike the most is the way it represents the relationship between David and his father; however, I do think David is a terrific concert pianist.
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The man is no genius...he's mentally ill. As far as his talent as a concert pianist, he's good, but not concert pianist material. What seems to attract audiences is the romanticism fostered by the movie, "Shine," which is an inaccurate portrayal of the Helfgott family. David was never estranged from his father, who was caring for him when he died. Google Beethoven on Prozac or read "Out of Tune: David Helfgott and the Myth of Shine" by his sister, Margaret Helfgott.
The man is brilliant. I've seen him live a number of times and always so impressed with him. If you listen carefully, you can hear him talking to himself all through every piece :-) A mad genius.
@RoZyk007 my thought exactly.I thought to myself while watching the movie: You cannot touch thousands of souls and minds,without being spirirually and mentally different yourself
MAN change the title, it is misleading and shocking! For a moment i thought that the famous pianist will be fighting in the UFC... let's be honest, he doesn't have a chance now.
I'm getting piano lessons in September and I hope to be like him at playing piano. I watched the film last night how he plays is amazing,astonishing. I hope to go and see him live one day. He doesn't even have to look at the keys. He is brilliant! Right now I'm in year 7 and learning When the Saints go marching in.
You know, I think it is not as uncommon as people would think, to have had an abusive piano teacher. Some teacher's who find that they have a "gifted" student tend to get a kind of Napoleon Complex, and see that child as the potential they themselves did not have, but they feel the need to live vicariously through the student. As a result, the student can be a victim of the narcissistic exploits of the teacher. It's a very difficult life.
@Metrader Oh, that's quite a different thing then. When you have a teacher, who treats you less than a trained monkey, forces you do think of nothing else than practicing to the detriment of your school work and your health, then I would say that teacher is abusive. If, when you win recognition or awards your teacher puts you down that you don't really deserve even the recognition from the professional judges, then I'd say that teacher is abusive. The name calling is another story.
,,,,,I just saw the movie,,,when I watch this clip the actor play him perfect also that is true love right there,,,,,can you see that,,,,,that,s one lucky man that,s what true love is ,,,watch her & him,,,,again,,,,,see
paganiniGOGO, I bet you can play like Helfgott huh? Since he is only famous for his "eccentricities"...I bet you are are only famous for your ridiculous comments, huh? LOL
Wow, you really embarrassed me with that comment. Your English is REALLY good!! That comment was very clever, you should write for David Letterman.
I guess you're right about how I can't have an opinion on music unless I am a world renowned musician.
I suppose I jumped to an absurd conclusion after comparing Helfgott to other pianists of equal skill and realizing that for some reason he was much more famous.
Ok, so your friend's experience is above actual FACT and REALITY then, eh? Hey, my friend told me that the moon is made out of cheese. The moon told him so. FACTS. REALITY. TRUTH. You may want to pursue these things.
Maulcs: Do you really think that a professional actor would not learn anything for a role? Joaquin Phoenix learned how to play guitar for his role as Johnny Cash. These are professional actors who really learn as mush as they can to play a role.
Again: when my friend saw him (geoffrey) Geoffrey played piano for the entire crowd; I just asked my friend today to be sure
maulcs: If I could comment on anything in your comment; Yes mime through the parts he couldn't play; that means he must have played some parts; and you don't know which parts and you don't know how much he played, right? So who is the DUMASS? You? or me who has a friend who have met Geoffrey Rush in real life.
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Oh my good God. If you only knew how fucking STUPID you are. I've been playing piano since I was 8. I've played Liszt, I've played Rach. I can take one fucking look at him playing the piano and know which parts he's not playing, which is essentially EVERY SINGLE ONE OF THEM. He's fucking MIMING them. He's a fucking HAND DOUBLE. He's not actually playing. Go fucking look it up. Go watch the fucking DVD commentary, the extras. Go on the fucking INTERNET. Do some RESEARCH you stupid motherfucker.
How can Geoffrey talk about the movie telling how he played. I never said he played during the entire movie; NEVER.
When my friend met him he also played piano in front of all people. He said that when he played during the movie it was very easy for him; it floated out of him.
Do my research? My friend MET Geoffrey; what more research do you want?
If someone should do research it should be u.
I can't take u serious when you write like that. Grow up the we can discuss again
Who's mentally ill? Helfgott? I know he is; I was talking about a guy who posted a comment on this video that was riddled with obscenities - THAT guy needed to grow up.
I just finished watching Shine, and i am mouth open, he is just a genius and sadly a stoped human being (by the excessive father`s love), and yes he must keep shining to keep back his mental and emotional health. I`m glad that lady married him and still helping. God has his misteriuos ways.
Personally i think he does the best version of Liszt's Un sospiro, and certainly is an absolute best performer. The whole matter of complaining is just time-wasting, people are still listening to him play live
Wiccan78, did you see Rush receiving his award for his role as Helfgott at the end of the movie? That was awesome. Rush is one of my favorite actors and yes, he really was playing the piano. Helfgott and Rush are two of those people I'd love to have lunch with. :)
"He reacquainted himself with the piano, which he'd studied at school, and used his vast experience in mime to get through the parts he couldn't actually play. He was perfect for the role." You actually thought he could play Liszt? AHAHAHA. Fucking ignorant DUMBASS.
GOD BLESS YOU DAVID..4 EVR
nicodale100 5 days ago
my favourite movie 'Shine' and my favourite pianist David Helfgott...I work with people with mental health problems...and sometimes I think...they are more normal than others...I like them and understand them because they are against this world...
TheAldona9 1 week ago
Love him.
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I've seen The Film 500 times and only now I saw the real David and only now I understood what an exceptional actor Geoffrey Rush IS. . .
MrAppolo777 3 months ago
i feel like i relate almost directly to David because not only am i a pianist (though im more like a pianist-in-the-making), but i had a nervous breakdown several years ago and it was diagnosed schizoaffective. I know how much of a nightmare mental illness can be, not being able to think right and being incapable of trust or emotional stability. But i also know how awesome it is to overcome and realize you're not alone. Most composers had serious issues, but are among the greatest geniuses!
classicalnut1 4 months ago
What a man! What a genuis! What a personality! Love you David Helfgott!!!
MultiMeli123 5 months ago
Amazing that he could overcome mental illness to be able to play to this standard - sad that others, who should know better, think him gifted.
He's a butcher, musically speaking.
Am I not allowed to say that, because he's 'special'?
TheEnglishViking1 5 months ago
@TheEnglishViking1 of course you can say that, you don't have to say it like a pompous prick like that, but it's worth letting others know he doesn't actually play the piece to the standard that others can
jimmydrama86 1 month ago
@TheEnglishViking1 What exactly are your credentials to call him a "butcher musically speaking" Are you a classically trained pianist? Have you ever seen David in concert? have you heard him play Balakirev's Islamey? You don't form your opinions based only on what you hear on poor quality Youtube recordings do you?
Aarrmehearties 4 days ago
What an amazing man.
chronicreptile 6 months ago
A Beautiful Mind
Meowsaidthekitty 7 months ago
To play like this is a gift from God, he has brightened up a lot of lives, he inspires me to keep playing and teaching music.
shiversification 7 months ago
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@shiversification "To play like this is a gift from God, he has brightened up a lot of lives, he inspires me to keep playing and teaching music."
Keep your god out of this, this is all due to hard practice in many years.
saintpine 5 months ago
What a treat to see the real David after being enthralled by Shine. Mental illness?? I think the real mentally ill are those that sound normal but have no soul and float through life in a fog putting others down. David is one of my heroes.
DiamondPaul2000 8 months ago 12
Madnessman iv got google to,"sounds choppy" straight of wiki you tit
andyprovo 10 months ago
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Sounds choppy and sloppy.
people think this guy is the greatest piano player ever just because they saw his bullshit life depicted in a falseified movie.
And now it's un PC to like his piano playing so those who claim to like it are just doing so to be hip and to fit in.
Madnessonman 10 months ago
@Madnessonman Regardless of his ability, many people will continue to enjoy his recitals because he has demonstrated an ability to overcome adversity.
TomMackio 10 months ago 2
@Madnessonman you have a clear lack of understanding of what 'music' is. Fail.
Tohrukun 10 months ago
@Madnessonman You simply cannot say that ! He is undoubtedly a phenomonal pianest! Whats the matter with you!
violakeenan12 9 months ago
@Madnessonman Oh shut the fuck up, hater.
PoeticJustice05 8 months ago
@Madnessonman well, if youre better probe it, or just shut the fuck up. asshole
charrockanrolero 5 months ago
@Madnessonman No, I like his playing because it taps an emotionally wellspring deep inside me, I really don't care what is PC or un-PC, that is more of a vacuous generation Y thing. "His bullshit life"? compared to what exactly. I've seen this man play live and he is an excellent musician. You have listened to a heavily edited, poor quality Youtube recording, I recommend that you go and see David in concert, you will not forget it.
Aarrmehearties 4 days ago
it's so soothing to hear him play
basicquestion1 11 months ago
Anyone else notice she said, "Now he tours all the time. This week Christchurch, next week Japan."
Coincidence?
Zacsta 11 months ago
Number One David Helfgot .God Bless You .
MrSerdaraltun 1 year ago
I have only just watched the film Shine and it was overwhelming! David is an outstanding pianist and thanks to the love of Gillian, he came back to life thank goodness. He is a pleasure to listen to.
1960janey 1 year ago
True genious.
eskepro 1 year ago
lo veo, y no puedo creer la perfección de Geoffrey Rush en la pelicula Shine... increíble!!
sebataure 1 year ago 2
His music is truly alive. Better by miles than all the sterile crap one usually hears in this century. I think David is fantastic.
kwongin 1 year ago
He freestyle raps like eminem, they should do a duet
mkeysou812 1 year ago
David is phenomenal! What talent! What an inspiration!
earlymusicus 1 year ago
Wow, what a pianist. I can't understand people who say he can't play, that his music doesn't show emotion. I think they know zilch about classical music, that's what. Very inspiring to finally watch and listen to David play long after I got hooked on Shine and many more years than that after I fell in love with Rach 3. What a journey - not finished yet, I hope!
NovaScotiaChick 1 year ago
This is stunning....how incredibly inspirational!
SondheimFanatic1 1 year ago
Just got back from seeing him perform, and i thought his murmuring was someone in the crowd being rude for a while, he was amazing, my favorite piece was La Campanella.
xTwitch95 1 year ago 2
Geoffrey Rush and Olympia Dukakis were the actors in the movie, right?
annerudolph 1 year ago
@annerudolph I think it was Geoff Rush and Vanessa Redgrave.
DiamondGeezerDude 1 year ago
@DiamondGeezerDude She was Lynn Redgrave, another extraordianry actress
Eudora74 1 year ago
@Eudora74 Yes! Absolutely. It was Lynn. So many Redgraves! She was brilliant in the film and a true star of stage and screen. Shine - Australia's best ever film. Loved every single second of it. The entire cast were excellent.
DiamondGeezerDude 1 year ago
This guy is my idol. I understand him very well.
annerudolph 1 year ago
Zwei Menschen die sich gefunden haben,Gott segne sie.....
basiuniaism 1 year ago
What an extraordinary individual!! The world could do with many, many more Davids & Gillians!!!
AzureHvn 1 year ago 2
@lionsome You're so lucky!!! What a great experience
eowyna88 1 year ago
Wow... Now I realize how amazing geoffrey Rush is as an actor. He really studied the character
eowyna88 1 year ago
@eowyna88 The sad thing is that many people will not realise what a genius Geoffrey Rush is until he is dead. The good thing is that both Helfgott and Rush are Australians proving that the flower does bloom in the desert. (I am slightly biased here)
Aarrmehearties 4 days ago
What a cute couple they are. So glad God made them for each other, like two halves brought together to make something whole.
juliabohemian 1 year ago
@juliabohemian God didn't do anything.
Stonewallboy 1 year ago
Can this man live forever please
Noepicforoldmen 1 year ago
The piece his playing in the opening of this video is Un Sospiro by Liszt.
arash505 1 year ago
He's seriously good. He'd probably be a normal person if they haven't done shock therapy on him. Regardless, he's brilliant. Nothing can change that.
Mainehorse 1 year ago
He kind of looks like a younger, but modern-day Rudolph Serkin.
jjp009 1 year ago
They really could not have made a better choice of actor to portray Helfgott than Rush.
gentlemanbeggar 1 year ago 2
geoffry rush was OERFECT for the part in shine, he even looks like david!!!
thewitabike 1 year ago 10
The story of David Helfgott is really touching and he's a gift of nature so to say... David please never die.
bierdimpfe 1 year ago
his wife is lovely
feydragrey7 1 year ago
shine
Nosstradamusa 1 year ago
Madre de Dios, Rush lo personifico tal cual, son dos gotas de agua jjjj q emoción! llore toda la pelicula, amo la música, amo la vida, dios bendiga a este genio
Orsonpitbull 1 year ago
MAGNIFIKT!!!!!!!<3<3<3<3<3
piggen5 1 year ago 2
I wish i could play a single note like him, and most of all u wish i could see the world the way he does as a Genius !!
golfplayamujeres 1 year ago
He is not "ill", WE are.
scarto70 1 year ago
soy de mexico acabo de ver la pelicula y no pare de llorar, thanks DAVID
modelomachin 1 year ago
@modelomachin yo la vi hace unos diez años y es, a la fecha, mi película favorita. En verdad que es una historia de ida y regreso... de la cumbre al suelo y vuelta arriba... tanto me gustó que conseguí el correo de David y Gillian y les escribí para comentarles cuánto me conmovió su historia...
Saludos
carnumar 1 year ago
@modelomachin hola hermano latinoamericano, me acaba de pasar lo mismo que ati, me emocione mucho con la peli y ver este video potenció todo.. un abrazo a la distancia
Orsonpitbull 1 year ago
I wonder if he ever tried smoking weed to relax his mind. Serious thought.. heh
PeicyP 2 years ago
@PeicyP yeh cos im sure that would improve his mental illness lol
hfdpayner 1 year ago
@PeicyP Its better for him that he doesn't smoke weed or else he'll be like you which is worse than any mental sickness.
TheSerenityangel 1 year ago
um. thanks. . seems you're already worse than what you think me to be. There's nothing wrong with smoking weed. He seems to have a racing mind.. Medical usage of marijuana is not only for physical pain, but for mental disorders as well. Plus.. it's better than taking a bunch of prescription medicine (don't know if he does. But that's besides the point). Thanks for the kind words though. Not that I care what another human being thinks.. since I believe all humans are mostly shit to begin with.
PeicyP 1 year ago
@PeicyP Well said.
Soulisscool 1 year ago
Walking contradictions like you. "The Serenity Angel" .. lol. K. Bye. -.-
PeicyP 1 year ago
@PeicyP You must be on high when you said that. Its pardonable.
TheSerenityangel 1 year ago
@TheSerenityangel Seems your name doesnt exactly match your personality.
Soulisscool 1 year ago
@Soulisscool Shakespeare said, "What's in the name?"
TheSerenityangel 1 year ago
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You said to someone "Its better for him that he doesn't smoke weed or else he'll be like you which is worse than any mental sickness."
That was a horribe thing to say and there was no need for it.. Perhaps I should have explained more fully and then you wouldnt have misunderstood and thought it was about your name only.
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Hoblash 2 years ago
what a lovely couple :)
LizzieWen 2 years ago
he doesnt suffer anymore... its fair...
vanderoost111 2 years ago
a genius.... an incredible genius.
urbancasbah 2 years ago 3
this guy is so cool
sexyheaven70 2 years ago
God bless David and Gillian. People who do not understand mental illness or don't bother to learn about it are just plain ignorant. David is a genius and magnificent musician. He can't help how his brain is affected. Have compassion, people!
ckmiller66 2 years ago 82
I hope you read the book: Love you to Bits and Pieces: Life with David Helfgott
I'd love to know what you think of it!
LuckyGuu 2 years ago
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I thinkt the tribute movie Shine is damn moving... And yes he IS a magnificent musician :)
I dont know him.. but he seems to have also an awesome personallity :)
Long live David Helfgott!
FrozenByWinter 2 years ago
@ckmiller66 I'm sure he's better now and he is healing =)
LaraOsaki707 1 year ago
@ckmiller66 Oh my goodness. I had a studio professor who used to chatter and make strange noises when he played. That added to my fright of pursuing a career in performing.
TheCatholicFaithfu 1 year ago
@ckmiller66 Maybe you should look up just exactly how bad Gillian wants you to think that.
maulcs 7 months ago
@ckmiller66 Well said!! I love David Helfgott too always wanted to see him but I fear he doesn't travel America too often.
MultiMeli123 5 months ago
wow, I respect Geoffry Rush so much more now.. what an uncanny job. He's was so much like him..
tylersmyler 2 years ago 6
Everyone should follow their passion
and read biographies to learn how others love thier passions
LuckyGuu 2 years ago
watt an amazin piece xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
madhighlander08 2 years ago
I only wish that the Mundaring Weir Hotel wouldnt have David play up there in the stinking hot month of February. I couldn`t watch SHINE, as it reminded me too much of my own childhood at the hands of a violent father.
steinwaygrande1 2 years ago
what does he play after 0:37 ?? it sounds lovely
kippe10 2 years ago
It's Schubert's E flat impromptu Op90 no 2
ataboodream 2 years ago
I feel for this man. God Bless him.
k228usmc 2 years ago
I disagree with the comment saying that he's not concert pianist material. I just finished watching "Shine," and to be honest, I don't buy the story at all. The film is great, especially with the impressive performance of Geoffrey Rush portrayed as adult David, but the story of David's life is painfully shallow and exaggerating. What I dislike the most is the way it represents the relationship between David and his father; however, I do think David is a terrific concert pianist.
JessieKang 2 years ago
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The man is no genius...he's mentally ill. As far as his talent as a concert pianist, he's good, but not concert pianist material. What seems to attract audiences is the romanticism fostered by the movie, "Shine," which is an inaccurate portrayal of the Helfgott family. David was never estranged from his father, who was caring for him when he died. Google Beethoven on Prozac or read "Out of Tune: David Helfgott and the Myth of Shine" by his sister, Margaret Helfgott.
parus55 2 years ago
paruss55: a lot of famous people are "mentally ill"; you have to be just a little crazy to be in a world like this.
Davis Helfgott IS a genius and an inspiration; and he is an amazing pianist
wiccan78 2 years ago 4
i suggest to anyone who wants to know the connecion betwen the brain/ mental illness and music, read Musicophilia by oliver sacks. its a great read.
and long live david helfgott!! brilliant man.
:)
pengwenwork 2 years ago 2
gorgeoussssssssss
jolio2008 2 years ago
The man is brilliant. I've seen him live a number of times and always so impressed with him. If you listen carefully, you can hear him talking to himself all through every piece :-) A mad genius.
dantmx 2 years ago 4
there is no genius without a bit of madnes...
RoZyk007 2 years ago 34
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@RoZyk007 Its a fine line.
vonkiser 9 months ago
@RoZyk007 my thought exactly.I thought to myself while watching the movie: You cannot touch thousands of souls and minds,without being spirirually and mentally different yourself
JanIsBoy5 9 months ago
hahahaha after he finishes playing-
*THATS TOPS THUMBS UP* hehehehe
dougieboy88 2 years ago
What an utter legend!
TheKuriIchi 2 years ago
So talented. Such dedication. Can't wait to see him in Adelaide this Saturday night.
blingmeblingme101 2 years ago
Terrific pianist...can't wait to hear him play this sunday!!!
Shakespearenut 2 years ago
Wow
lauritapily 2 years ago
amazing
DrewAnti1960 2 years ago
His artistry, his live, his within beauty-
for me it's amazing.
nslavec 2 years ago 3
such an interesting and unique fellow
vycadin 2 years ago
MAN change the title, it is misleading and shocking! For a moment i thought that the famous pianist will be fighting in the UFC... let's be honest, he doesn't have a chance now.
bananarama666 2 years ago
hilarious.
skulleton 2 years ago
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McDerrek 2 years ago
I'm getting piano lessons in September and I hope to be like him at playing piano. I watched the film last night how he plays is amazing,astonishing. I hope to go and see him live one day. He doesn't even have to look at the keys. He is brilliant! Right now I'm in year 7 and learning When the Saints go marching in.
gratash 2 years ago
my god, I never realized how spot on Geoffrey Rush was
DrMBA28 2 years ago 4
I KNOW
YazDawg 2 years ago
Thank God that he found that wonderful wife and help him track his life and his music again
edithosan 2 years ago 7
He's almost as good at playing David Helfgott as Geoffrey Rush....
Metrader 2 years ago 49
Lol.
parkourjordz 2 years ago
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@Metrader Yeah, Geoffrey Rush did a fantastic job.
janX9 1 year ago
@Metrader That's funny. This was a nice clip.
You know, I think it is not as uncommon as people would think, to have had an abusive piano teacher. Some teacher's who find that they have a "gifted" student tend to get a kind of Napoleon Complex, and see that child as the potential they themselves did not have, but they feel the need to live vicariously through the student. As a result, the student can be a victim of the narcissistic exploits of the teacher. It's a very difficult life.
TheCatholicFaithfu 1 year ago
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Hiya
Im a violinist. As an 8 year old, my father made me practice all the time, he would sit there listening to me, "no, again", he would shout...
Only now I realise, he wanted me to be amazing at violin. Funny that, I remember that - "No, start again",
But he was never cruel,
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TheCatholicFaithfu 11 months ago
@Metrader Oh, that's quite a different thing then. When you have a teacher, who treats you less than a trained monkey, forces you do think of nothing else than practicing to the detriment of your school work and your health, then I would say that teacher is abusive. If, when you win recognition or awards your teacher puts you down that you don't really deserve even the recognition from the professional judges, then I'd say that teacher is abusive. The name calling is another story.
TheCatholicFaithfu 11 months ago
,,,,,I just saw the movie,,,when I watch this clip the actor play him perfect also that is true love right there,,,,,can you see that,,,,,that,s one lucky man that,s what true love is ,,,watch her & him,,,,again,,,,,see
twochaudio 2 years ago 4
his movie shine is so good!!! He is a musical genius
speedyj112 2 years ago 2
he sort of sounds like he has Wernickes Aphasia
paganiniGOGO 3 years ago
The author of this video deleted my extremely honest and unoffensive comment. Lets see if he deletes this.
paganiniGOGO 3 years ago
the comment was that he is famous for his eccentricities not his musical ability.
paganiniGOGO 3 years ago
All the best to David and his wife. I love love and I'm so glad he found it. "Shine" is one of the all time great films too.
MEthistime 3 years ago
what a mind!
dragonkilla7 3 years ago
the guy is amazing and it's good to see him touring and in a happy relationship with someone that takes time listen .I hope to see him someday
jmack619 3 years ago
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paganiniGOGO 3 years ago
paganiniGOGO, I bet you can play like Helfgott huh? Since he is only famous for his "eccentricities"...I bet you are are only famous for your ridiculous comments, huh? LOL
elmurguista 3 years ago
Wow, you really embarrassed me with that comment. Your English is REALLY good!! That comment was very clever, you should write for David Letterman.
I guess you're right about how I can't have an opinion on music unless I am a world renowned musician.
I suppose I jumped to an absurd conclusion after comparing Helfgott to other pianists of equal skill and realizing that for some reason he was much more famous.
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paganiniGOGO 3 years ago
both of them i think, but i agree he is famous to mush about his eccentricities, but he is far to be alone is this cathegory
GJGJ654 3 years ago
i remember this guy
i met him at the coffs harbour airport when i was like 6 with my lil cousion
he bought me and her like heaps of lollies
kgam123 3 years ago
all I have done is repeating what my friend told me about her meeting with Geoffrey Rush.
wiccan78 3 years ago
Ok, so your friend's experience is above actual FACT and REALITY then, eh? Hey, my friend told me that the moon is made out of cheese. The moon told him so. FACTS. REALITY. TRUTH. You may want to pursue these things.
maulcs 3 years ago
and keep using your sock accounts to thumbs down my comments, ahahaha.
maulcs 3 years ago
Maulcs: Do you really think that a professional actor would not learn anything for a role? Joaquin Phoenix learned how to play guitar for his role as Johnny Cash. These are professional actors who really learn as mush as they can to play a role.
Again: when my friend saw him (geoffrey) Geoffrey played piano for the entire crowd; I just asked my friend today to be sure
wiccan78 3 years ago
maulcs: If I could comment on anything in your comment; Yes mime through the parts he couldn't play; that means he must have played some parts; and you don't know which parts and you don't know how much he played, right? So who is the DUMASS? You? or me who has a friend who have met Geoffrey Rush in real life.
wiccan78 3 years ago
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Oh my good God. If you only knew how fucking STUPID you are. I've been playing piano since I was 8. I've played Liszt, I've played Rach. I can take one fucking look at him playing the piano and know which parts he's not playing, which is essentially EVERY SINGLE ONE OF THEM. He's fucking MIMING them. He's a fucking HAND DOUBLE. He's not actually playing. Go fucking look it up. Go watch the fucking DVD commentary, the extras. Go on the fucking INTERNET. Do some RESEARCH you stupid motherfucker.
maulcs 3 years ago
How can Geoffrey talk about the movie telling how he played. I never said he played during the entire movie; NEVER.
When my friend met him he also played piano in front of all people. He said that when he played during the movie it was very easy for him; it floated out of him.
Do my research? My friend MET Geoffrey; what more research do you want?
If someone should do research it should be u.
I can't take u serious when you write like that. Grow up the we can discuss again
wiccan78 3 years ago
What horrible language. Grow up.
eddah123 3 years ago
You're the one who needs to grow up. He is mentally ill.
Person44805 3 years ago
Who's mentally ill? Helfgott? I know he is; I was talking about a guy who posted a comment on this video that was riddled with obscenities - THAT guy needed to grow up.
eddah123 3 years ago
Watching this I have a new appreciation for just how well Geoffry Rysh brought David Helfgott to life on the big screen. Amazing!!!!
TageKaliandrino 3 years ago
David, the world and the stars love you!
Anysis 3 years ago
congratulations David !!!
tochimani007 3 years ago
he's amazing.i just love him.
watch the movie "shine".
PiXiEsErBiA88 3 years ago
I just finished watching Shine, and i am mouth open, he is just a genius and sadly a stoped human being (by the excessive father`s love), and yes he must keep shining to keep back his mental and emotional health. I`m glad that lady married him and still helping. God has his misteriuos ways.
koritsma 3 years ago
I just watched this click after watching the movie "Shine". Congratulations on 24 years of marriage. I "love" love. Go David.
MEthistime 3 years ago
Rachmaninoff Rhapsody on a theme of Paganini 18th Variation
chuckpollock 3 years ago
Does anyone know the name of the piece he is playing when u see his red shoes?
scotscub76 3 years ago
its the 18th variation from Rachmaninoff's Rhapsody on a theme of Paganini
Chopinco 3 years ago
Huge inspiration to me.
taliajoadams 3 years ago
You are a genius David!!
superkytos 3 years ago
Fabulous talent, and i think he's wearing David Caradine's top from the 70's series 'Kung Fu'.
liquidplastic62 3 years ago
Personally i think he does the best version of Liszt's Un sospiro, and certainly is an absolute best performer. The whole matter of complaining is just time-wasting, people are still listening to him play live
jackbackjack9 3 years ago
shine teaches you to avercome all obstacles and stand up for what you believe in
oscarwinneralex 3 years ago
He is such a precious precious man, God bless you David.
ivanbunny25 3 years ago
He is healthy, and I am very happy!
tennis5560 3 years ago
Wiccan78, did you see Rush receiving his award for his role as Helfgott at the end of the movie? That was awesome. Rush is one of my favorite actors and yes, he really was playing the piano. Helfgott and Rush are two of those people I'd love to have lunch with. :)
PublicNewSense 3 years ago
why do someone give me minus on my comment about Geoffrey Rush playing the piano himself in the movie Shine??? Tell me why, please.
He did play the piano himself :)
He was in Denmark once where he told about the movie and how to play the piano
wiccan78 3 years ago
He's definately the Herman Li of piano...
misssedef 3 years ago
Professional or not in his concert, we cannot deny that he is SO naturally gifted in his play...
mystereous 3 years ago
By the way Geoffrey played the piano himself in the movie :D
wiccan78 3 years ago
No, he didn't. Moron.
maulcs 3 years ago
oh god you are so naive. Geoffery was in Denmark talking about the movie.
My friend saw and heard him live; heard Rush talking about the movie and talking about paying the piano himself.
A lot of actors learn to play an instrument for a movie.
wiccan78 3 years ago
No, he worked as a "hand double". He MIMED the playing, you stupid motherfucking DUMBASS. Go lookup it up. My God.
maulcs 3 years ago
"He reacquainted himself with the piano, which he'd studied at school, and used his vast experience in mime to get through the parts he couldn't actually play. He was perfect for the role." You actually thought he could play Liszt? AHAHAHA. Fucking ignorant DUMBASS.
maulcs 3 years ago