Depressing rather than uplifting; it does not offer catharsis-that relief or discharge of the sadness that would arise out of new understanding or insight.
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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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The story is told in such a chopped-up way that it often seems pointless and certainly devoid of much-needed editing.
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Top CriticA compelling film!
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Repetitious. Annoying!
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This is a film that glows with confidence, sparked by a maturity for its material.
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A thought-provoking and poignant ode to Jackie du Pre's life.
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Top CriticThis one's a winner.
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Emily Watson as Jacqueline Du Pre and Rachel Griffiths as her sister Hilary are wonderful together!
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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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Top Critichas 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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A compelling look at the life of a classical musician as well as the lasting effects of sibling rivalry.
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