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Hilary and Jackie

The true story of two sisters who shared a passion, a madness, and a man.

1998 · 2h 1m · R Drama, Music
Directed by Anand Tucker

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Overview

The tragic story of world-renowned cellist Jacqueline du Pré, as told from the point of view of her sister, flautist Hilary du Pré-Finzi.

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88%
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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.

Bob Fenster, Arizona Republic
Fresh

One of the most insightful and wrenching portraits of the joys and tribulations of being a classical musician ever filmed.

Stephen Holden, New York Times
Fresh

GUTSY, moving, provocative, intelligent and thoroughly grown-up, Hilary and Jackie is one of the best movies of the year.

Jonathan Foreman, New York Post
Fresh

This is as rich and powerful a film as has been released in 1998!

James Berardinelli, ReelViews
Fresh

A superb biographical account of the tragic life of cellist Jacqueline Du Pre and of the complex relationship between her and her older sister!

Jack Mathews, Los Angeles Times

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