For the Left Hand | Documentary Film Review

This film hits all the right notes. Physically debilitated due to a childhood injury inflicted by his mentally impaired father, an aspiring pianist is virtually paralyzed on one side of his body and unable to use his right hand.

In spite of his challenges, Norman Malone, followed his passion to teach music, and in retirement fulfills a lifelong dream to master Ravel’s “Concerto for left hand” then play it in front of an audience with a full orchestra for the first time at age 79.

“For the Left Hand,” an inspiring documentary is available for virtual viewing as part of the Chicago International Film Festival.