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03/19/02
Hilary and Jackie (1998)
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Reviews Counted:42
Fresh:37
Rotten:5
Average Rating:7.5/10
Consensus: Brilliant performances, lush cinematography, and complex storytelling deserve audience's attention.
Runtime: 2 hrs 4 mins
Genre: Dramas
Synopsis: The story of the brilliant concert cellist Jacqueline du Pre (Emily Watson), seen from the perspectives of her sister Hilary (Rachel Griffiths). While Jackie gains international fame and fortune,... [More]
Starring: Emily Watson, Rachel Griffiths, James Frain, David Morrissey
Director: Anand Tucker
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Reviews for Hilary and Jackie
Gorgeous musical sequences and top-notch acting!
01/01/00
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01/01/00
A compelling film!
01/01/00
Repetitious. Annoying!
01/01/00
This is a film that glows with confidence, sparked by a maturity for its material.
01/01/00
A thought-provoking and poignant ode to Jackie du Pre's life.
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01/01/00
Top CriticThis one's a winner.
01/01/00
One of the best films of the year. An emotionally gripping tale about obsession, family and love.
08/23/02
Shows the high price that must be paid by families with a genius in their midst.
03/03/02
Emily Watson as Jacqueline Du Pre and Rachel Griffiths as her sister Hilary are wonderful together!
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01/01/00
A superb biographical account of the tragic life of cellist Jacqueline Du Pre and of the complex relationship between her and her older sister!
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Top CriticThis is as rich and powerful a film as has been released in 1998!
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02/27/01
has already drawn comparisons to 'Shine' ...But 'Hilary' is a more accomplished and demanding film, one that doesn't find a convenient villain to pin cellist Jacqueline Du Pre's troubles on.
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05/14/03
A compelling look at the life of a classical musician as well as the lasting effects of sibling rivalry.
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