Yelena POGREBIZHKAYA
Елена ПОГРЕБИЖСКАЯ
Elena POGREBIZHKAYA
Russia, 2023, 82mn 
documentary
Genius? I was stunned when he suddenly started playing chords. The smallest pianist Gavriil Shcherbe
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Гений? Я аж обалдела, когда он вдруг заиграл аккордами. Самый маленький пианист Гавриил Щербенко

 

 Un génie ? Je suis restée sidérée quand il s'est mis à jouer des accords. Le plus petit pianist

 Geniy ? Ya azh obaldela, kogda zaigral akkordami. Samyy malenkiy pianist Gavriil Shcherbenko

 
Directed by : Yelena POGREBIZHKAYA (Елена ПОГРЕБИЖСКАЯ )
Writing credits : Yelena POGREBIZHKAYA (Елена ПОГРЕБИЖСКАЯ )
Production : Partizanets studio
 

Plot synopsis
When Gavrilushka reached the age of one year and three months, his mother was astonished to observe his ability to play the piano. The toddler confidently executed a few chords with his left hand and even began to produce a melody with his right. Every day Gavriil Shcherbenko played more and more and better. Videos capturing the young prodigy's performances started circulating globally, leading to comparisons with legendary figures such as Mozart, Richter, and Beethoven. Gavrilushka has collected a diverse fan base, comprising individuals fluent in various languages, all captivated by his musical talent. Remarkably, while his fans comprehend his playing effortlessly, the young boy himself has yet to utter his first words. Gabriel Shcherbenko's parents view this journey as a remarkable adventure, uncertain whether their child will eventually cease playing or, conversely, embark on a path of professional musical education.
 

Selected in the following festivals or events :
- Artdocfest / International, Different cities (World), 2024

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