Storyline

Shot over the course of a year, this intimate portrait of provocative composer John Adams presents scenes of the artist at work and at play against the backdrop of dramatic American landscapes that reflect the themes of his music. Though he has a number of credits to his name, Adams is best known for his unconventional opera "Nixon in China," which explores the former U.S. president's meeting with Mao Zedong in 1972.

Key Information

Director Tony Palmer
Writers Tony Palmer
Studio NVC Arts
Language EN

Cast & Crew

John Adams

John Adams

Self

Peter Sellars

Peter Sellars

Self

Alice Goodman

Alice Goodman

Self

Emanuel Ax

Emanuel Ax

Self

Frequently Asked Questions

Hail Bop! A Portrait of John Adams was released on January 1, 2006.

The runtime of Hail Bop! A Portrait of John Adams is 1h 38m.

Hail Bop! A Portrait of John Adams is a Documentary movie.

Hail Bop! A Portrait of John Adams is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.

Hail Bop! A Portrait of John Adams was directed by Tony Palmer.

The main cast of Hail Bop! A Portrait of John Adams includes John Adams, Peter Sellars, Alice Goodman.

Hail Bop! A Portrait of John Adams is originally in English.