They Came to Play (2008)

Chronicles the Fifth International Piano Competition for Outstanding Amateurs hosted by The Van Cliburn Foundation Players from all over the world ranging from selftaught to classicallytrained aged thirtyfive to almost eighty convene in Fort Worth Texas for a week of intense competition music and camaraderie The film the film provides an intimate look into the lives of these colorful multifaceted competitors as they strive to balance the demands of work and family with their love of music Years of dedicated preparation culminate in critical performances before a professional jury and discerning audience during three nervewracking elimination rounds