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Hilary and Jackie

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Hilary and Jackie
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R,2hrs 4min
Genre:
Drama
Released:
December 30, 1998
Director:
Anand Tucker
Distributor:
October Films
Starring:
Emily Watson, Rachel Griffiths, James Frain  ...more
Synopsis: Perhaps inspired by the success of biopics like Shine and Amadeus, this film based on a true story -- and a book (entitled A Genius in the Family) -- also focuses on the destructive forces of being a musical genius. Hilary and Jacqueline du Pré are gifted sisters who grow up in England in the 1950s and compete for musical accolades and love. Hilary (Rachel Griffiths) is a talented flutist, but it's her younger sister, Jackie (Breaking the Waves' Emily Watson), who is the musical "genius" cellist. ... Full Synopsis
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Stephen Holden, The New York Times
One of the most insightful and wrenching portraits of the joys and tribulations of being a classical musician ever filmed. Full Review
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78
Generally favorable reviews
out of 100
Based on 21 critic reviews
Featured Cast
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Emily Watson
Jacqueline Du Pre
Rachel Griffiths
Hilary Du Pre
James Frain
Daniel Barenboim
David Morrissey
Kiffer Finzi
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