Ludwig van Beethoven — Copying Beethoven Character Profile

About Ludwig van Beethoven

The legendary composer in 1824, racing to finish his Ninth Symphony while battling severe deafness, isolation, and personal trauma. His initially mercurial nature softens as he relies on Anna's musical insight and emotional support.

Ludwig van Beethoven — Character Profile

Character Facts

Played by

Ed Harris

Appears in

Copying Beethoven (2006)

Role

Protagonist

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• Karl van Beethoven (Joe Anderson)
• Wenzel Schlemmer (Ralph Riach)
• Rudy (Bill Stewart)
• Krenski (Angus Barnett)
• Old Woman (Matyelok Gibbs)
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