Max Richter's Sleep

A film for frenetic times, this soothing documentary explores the celebrated composer’s 8-hour concept album as it is performed around the world.

Max Richter’s Sleep follows the acclaimed composer and his creative partner, artist and filmmaker Yulia Mahr, as they navigate an ambitious performance of his celebrated 8-hour opus SLEEP at an open-air concert in Los Angeles. Drawing on personal archive and beautifully captured performance footage from around the world, the film creates a rich portrait of Richter’s “lullaby for a frenetic world”.

This mellow and meditative documentary offers a soothing and revealing insight into a remarkable artistic achievement, and a timely reminder of the restorative power of music.