QUARTET (Theatrical Release USA 2013)

 Ben Meyers’ rating: 4.0|5.0 Starsìììì

Quartet presents its story with an all-star British, Irish, and Scottish cast. The movie works at a slower pace and quieter noise level than American entertainment. The fact that the story revolves around retired classical musicians adds to its uniqueness. The movie slides into its storyline gently and resolves its two primary dilemmas in a most surprising manner. Watch for a satisfying and unexpected conclusion.

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Storyline 

Retired, classically trained musicians live together in a retirement home and continue to do what they love best in life…play music. 

Additional Thanks 

Thank you to Director Dustin Hoffman for directing effort. Thank you to Producers Stewart Mackinnon and Finola Dwyer for making the film possible. Characters/cast include: Jean Horton (Maggie Smith), Reginald Paget (Tom Courtenay), Anne Langley (Gwyneth Jones), Cedric Livingstone (Michael Gambon), Wilfred Bond (Billy Connolly), Cecily Robson (Pauline Collins), Dr. Lucy Cogan (Sheridan Smith), Bobby Swanson (Andrew Sachs), George (Trevor Peacock), Harry (David Ryall), Simon (Luke Newberry), and Frank White (Michael Byrne). 

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe? 

Yes. This movie especially appeals to classical movie enthusiasts but also touches the heart in that unique way that British cinema does so well.

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Ben Meyers