The Red Violin (1998)

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Synopsis of The Red Violin

Francois Girard directed this drama tracing the history of a musical instrument through five countries and three centuries. In 1681, to keep the spirit of his wife alive, an Italian paints the violin with a red varnish made from her blood. It is later found in the Austrian Alps when a prodigy gives a performance in the court of Vienna in 1792. Taken by gypsies, the instrument is acquired by a Dionysian composer. After a journey by boat to China in 1966, it is hidden during the Cultural Revolution. In contemporary Canada, it is spotted at an auction house by a violin expert (Samuel L. Jackson) who becomes obsessed with it. Scripted by Girard and Don McKellar. Filmed on a $10 million budget in Montreal, China, Italy, Austria, and Oxford. ~ Bhob Stewart, All Movie Guide

Theatrical Feature Running Time:

130 mins

Complete Cast of The Red Violin

Director(s):

François Girard

Writer(s):

François Girard, Don McKellar

Producer(s):

Niv Fichman

Theatrical MPAA Rating:

R(Sexual Situations, Nudity)

Categories:

Foreign, Drama

• 1998 - Genie Awards - Best Director
• 1998 - Genie Awards - Best Cinematography
• 1998 - Genie Awards - Best Orignal Score
• 1998 - Genie Awards - Best Costume Design
• 1998 - Genie Awards - Best Picture
• 1998 - Genie Awards - Best Sound
• 1998 - Genie Awards - Best Screenplay
• 1998 - Genie Awards - Best Screenplay
• 1998 - Genie Awards - Best Sound
• 1998 - Genie Awards - Best Sound
• 1998 - Genie Awards - Best Art Direction/Production Design
• 1998 - Toronto Film Critics Association - Best Canadian Film [Runner-up]

Warning:  This product is intended for mature audiences only. It may contain violence, sexual content, drug abuse and/or strong language. You must be 17 or older to purchase it. By ordering this item you are certifying that you are at least 17 years of age.

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