The Tuners

The Tuners (2026)



Stroiciele

10.0 2026 20 min —

Director: Paweł Chorzępa

Cast: Jarek Bednarski, Hidemi Okubo, Ortwin Moreau

Documentary
Beneath the towering prestige of the world’s most revered piano competition, a select group of master tuners spends an intense month locked in a quiet rivalry. Their mission: to hone each note to flawless perfection, betting that the championship pianist will claim victory—played on their meticulously crafted instrument.

More About This Film

The Tuners takes viewers behind the scenes of a prestigious piano competition, focusing on the specialist technicians whose work happens away from the stage. For these tuners, tiny adjustments in pitch can determine whether a world-class instrument is ready for a decisive performance.

The documentary finds drama in precision, concentration, and competition. Instead of following the stars in front of the audience, it shifts attention to the craftspeople whose expertise quietly supports the performers.

  • Directed by Paweł Piotr Chorzępa.
  • Produced in Poland and running 20 minutes.
  • The film combines Polish, Japanese, French, and English.
  • It screened at 2026 documentary and short-film festivals including DC/DOX and FIPADOC.

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