The Rhapsody is a documentary that unfolds like a thriller. Composer and Holocaust survivor Leo Spellman’s secret wartime diary and long-lost orchestral masterpiece are the framework that bring his remarkable tale of survival to life. His eighteen months in hiding, fueled by fear, heroic resistance and raw guts, are portrayed through bold artwork and animation narrated by Stephen Fry. The documentary features concert performances in Canada and Poland, rare archival footage, and an uplifting finale that recognizes Spellman's legacy in the Polish town where he narrowly escaped death.

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World Premiere

The Rhapsody had its World Premiere on Wednesday June 15, 2022 at the Toronto Jewish Film Festival.

 "At the heart of this year’s 30th Toronto Jewish Film Festival is a film called The Rhapsody, a hometown documentary with a global resonance."
- Liam Lacey, Original Cyn 

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The Rhapsody

Directed by David Hoffert

Produced by Brenda Hoffert, Paul Hoffert, David Hoffert and Jeff Preyra



Diary narration by Stephen Fry

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