In my opinion, the conflicts that arise in this R-rated drama are long overdue, so they aren't a surprise. In fact, seeing the top-notch acting wasn't a surprise either, given this cast.
Here are the principal players:
- Christopher Walken ("Seven Psychopaths") is the cello player whose situation sparks the drama. We really appreciate how he copes with his news.
- Philip Seymour Hoffman ("Moneyball") is the second violin whose behavior sparks another drama; but he's really, really sorry!
- Mark Ivanir ("Big Miracle" he was the Russian ship captain) is the first violin whose unrelenting precision has made this quartet the cohesive success it is today.
- Catherine Keener ("Please Give") is plays the viola, lending its mellow voice and her strong but mellow personality to the group.
- Imogene Poots ("Jane Eyre" 2011) is the daughter of two of our players and the lover of a third. Talk about rebellion!
Expect some nudity and profanity, no gunshots, vehicular mayhem or blowie uppie stuff, lots of classical music and a slightly abrupt but poignant ending.
* * * * * * * * * * * *
Here is a link to a preview:
http://www.imdb.com/video/imdb/vi1842521113/
* * * * * * * * * * * *
Here is a link to a preview:
http://www.imdb.com/video/imdb/vi1842521113/
* * * * * * * * * * * *