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Hilary and Jackie tells the remarkable story of one of the world’s best known cellists, the late Jacqueline du Pré. The exquisite passion of Jackie’s playing provides a magnificent backdrop to a story of volatile passions, thwarted ambitions and sibling rivalry. Both Emily Watson as Jackie and Rachel Griffiths as Hilary were nominated for OSCARS® in this powerful and affecting film of musical genius and personal tragedy. Like the music itself, the story of Jacqueline du Pré, once seen, can never be forgotten
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24 of 25 people found the following review helpful
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This film is just stunning. Everything about it is beautiful. In case you don't know what it's about, it follows the story of the famous cellist - the late Jacqueline du Pré, up until she is tragically diagnosed with multiple sclerosis and dies. I think all the actors are amazing - but Emily Watson (who plays Jackie) - who I think is consistently very believable and mesmerising, and often enchanting, and Rachel Griffiths (who plays Jackie's sister) who gives a sturdy memorable performance as often being in Jacqueline's shadow and clearly in emotional pain. I adore the music - particularly when Jackie plays the stunning Elgar's cello concerto, which is utterly moving, but I love the way the whole thing has been put together. This film is one that will stay with you and won't ever be forgotten, and also you will need your tissues, especially at one point in the film when Jackie is sitting in her wheelchair after the MS has made her a prisoner in her own body, and she can't play the cello anymore, and she listens to a record of her playing the Elgar cello concerto, and breaks down. It is incredibly moving and sad, and always brings the tears on for me. But don't let that put you off, please watch this film as it is truly one of the best films I've ever seen - if not the best.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
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This film is based on the book written by the sister and brother of Jacqueline du Pre,the musical prodigy who was tragically struck down in her prime by multiple sclerosis.It is a difficult film to watch as it pulls no punches in describing relationships within the Du Pre family.It was heavily criticised at the time of release as friends of Jackie said that it portrayed an unfair picture of her.
Nevertheless the performances of the main protagonists are excellent and the viewer is certainly given plenty to think about.
Nevertheless the performances of the main protagonists are excellent and the viewer is certainly given plenty to think about.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
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As lover of the music of Edward Elgar and the sound of the cello and the performance by Jacquelin Du Pre' it was a very great experience to watch this film about the relationship between Jackie and her sister Hillary (with Emely Watson as Jackie and Rachel Griffiths as Hillary) and jackies longing to be loved and to be cared for. Very tuching. Five stars for authenticity, acting and music, with Elgars cello concerto in Eminor as the theme.
Carsten Groa
Denmark
Carsten Groa
Denmark
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