The story of the brilliant concert cellist Jacqueline du Pre, seen from the perspectives of her sister Hilary and brother Piers. While Jackie gains international fame and fortune, she secretly longs for the stable, normal life and family Hilary has built. Watson and Griffiths deliver impassioned, unforgettable performances as .. Read more
| Starring | Emily Watson, Rachel Griffiths, James Frain, David Morrissey |
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| Director | Anand Tucker |
| Genres | Drama |
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The story of the brilliant concert cellist Jacqueline du Pre, seen from the perspectives of her sister Hilary and brother Piers. While Jackie gains international fame and fortune, she secretly longs for the stable, normal life and family Hilary has built. Watson and Griffiths deliver impassioned, unforgettable performances as the troubled sisters. Based on the autobiographical novel "A Genius in the Family."
| Starring | Emily Watson, Rachel Griffiths, James Frain, David Morrissey, Charles Dance, Celia Imrie |
|---|---|
| Director | Anand Tucker |
| Studio | CINEMA CLUB |
| Run time | DVD: 1 hr 57 mins |
| Certificate | |
| Genres | Drama |
| Language | DVD: English |
| Hearing-impaired | English |
| Released | Production year: 1998 To Rent: DVD: 10 Sep 2001 |
Emily Watson gives a mesmerising performance as the often difficult, selfish and driven cellist Jacqueline du Pré in this controversial biopic that centres on Jacqueline's unusual relationship with her sister Hilary (Rachel Griffiths). Loosely based on Hilary and her brother Piers's biography, the film is a fascinating, no-holds-barred account of Jackie's musical career and private life, beginning when her talent as a cellist eclipses the musical ambitions of her older sister. While many column inches have been devoted to the incident when Jackie asks Hilary whether she can sleep with her husband, and then does so, the film should be lauded for its fascinating realisation of Jackie's talent and almost destructive personality. You may not like her by the end of the film, but you will be glad you had the chance to meet her.
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Beautiful Music
This film is based on a true story, although some of the things that happen seem as though they must be exaggerated, if not totally fabricated. Nevertheless, ... read more »
[Highly rated reviewer]
better than i thought
I think this was a good portrayal of pushy mothers and the impact on mental health. Well acted alround, especially from Rachel Griffiths, although it does not ... read more »
[Highly rated reviewer]
Superb, but a little dull in places
Lots of passion, great music and some good acting. This films is a little slow at times, but is imaginative and provides great insight into the difficult life ... read more »
1 out of 1 person found this review helpful
Talented Sisters make music!
Like 'Shine' made in 1996, this is another brilliant film made about the true story behind a flawed classical musical genius.
This is the ... read more »
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