Maestro: Jewish organization comes to Bradley Cooper’s defense after anti-Semitism accusation

The Anti-Defamation League, a Jewish organization, came to the defense of Bradley Cooper after the actor was accused of anti-Semitism. In Conductorthe actor plays Leonard Bernstein and wears a prosthetic nose to make it bigger and take on an even more composer-like appearance.

“Throughout history, Jews have often been portrayed in anti-Semitic films and advertisements as bad figures with big noses. This film, which is a biopic about legendary conductor Leonard Bernstein, is not the case,” the League said.

The three sons of leonard — Jamie, Alexander It is Nina Bernstein — also defended Cooper. They stated on Twitter: “Bradley Cooper included the three of us in every step of this incredible journey as he made the movie about our dad. We were touched by his deep commitment, how he embraced our father’s music, and the joy he brought.”

“It breaks our hearts to see misunderstandings or misinterpretations of his efforts. The truth is, Leonard Bernstein he had a big, good nose. Bradley chose to wear makeup to heighten the likeness, and we’re perfectly fine with that. We’re sure our dad would be fine with that too. […] During all of filming, we could feel the deep respect and, yes, the love that Bradley led to portray Leonard Bernstein and his wife, our mother Felicia. We feel very lucky to have this experience with Bradley and we can’t wait for the world to see his creation.”

Conductor

Bradley Cooper returns to the cinema screens under the skin of Leonard Bernsteinrenowned composer in Conductor. The feature film co-starring Carey Mulliganin Education (2009)premieres on Netflix on December 20.

The biopic directed by Cooper depicts the life of Bernstein next to the wife Felicia Montealegrereconstructing important moments in the maestro’s career. Matt Bomer, Maya Hawke, Sarah Silverman, josh hamilton, Scott Ellis, Gideon Glick, Sam Nivola, Alexa Swinton It is Miriam Shor also make up the cast.