As Glenn as Can Be

This portrait of pianist Glenn Gould uses his likes and dislikes to trace his childhood and adult life. Glenn enjoys boats but not fishing, pranks but not bullying, and nature but not cold weather. He loves animals, including his dog, rabbits, goldfish, budgie, and skunk, but finds groups of people difficult and dislikes parties. He enjoys reading but not school, and he loves rules in games, math, and musical patterns while resisting rules that limit him. His parents restrict piano practice to four hours a day. Though audiences enjoy his playing around the world, adult Glenn becomes uncomfortable with concerts and their crowds.