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A queer Iranian theremin virtuoso turns heartbreak into haunting beauty — no touch required.
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When My Sorrow Died: The Story of Armen Ra and The Theremin (2015)

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Overview

DocumentaryMusic

Glamorously eccentric and enigmatic Theremin master Armen Ra recounts his dynamic journey in this life-spanning documentary that mixes rare concert performances, candid interviews, and archive material with the magical power of music that can alchemize ancient sorrow into timeless beauty.

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Standout Aspects

Score

Theremin performances that sound like grief learning to sing.

Cinematography

Concert footage captures the eerie, hands-off magic.

Acting

Armen Ra's presence — vulnerable, regal, utterly himself.

Best for:Solo: Late night, headphones, probably crying in the good way.·Streaming: When you need something beautiful that demands your full attention.·Rewatch: Catches different notes each time, like the instrument itself.
Heads up:Emotional: Explores parental loss and refugee trauma directly.
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Director

Robert Nazar Arjoyan

ReleasedNov 13, 2015
Runtime1h 25m
StatusReleased

Vibe

Paceslow
Intensitymedium
Tonemixed
Feelheavy

Top Cast

Armen Ra

Armen Ra

Armen Ra

Patricia Field

Patricia Field

Amanda Lepore

Amanda Lepore

Justin Tranter

Justin Tranter

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Trivia, insights & behind the scenes

Trivia

Armen Ra taught himself theremin by ear with no formal training, becoming one of few virtuosos worldwide.

Cultural

The theremin — invented 1920, Russia — was the first electronic instrument and became sci-fi shorthand for 'otherworldly.'

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