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Once (2007)

Once (2007)
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A Dublin-based busker and vacuum-cleaner repairman enters into a fruitful relationship with a piano playing florist in a toe-tapping "video album" directed by John Carney and featuring a cast comprised entirely of professional musicians. He (Glen Hansard of the Frames) was a six-stringed street musician. She (Markéta Irglová) was a flower woman who couldn't afford to purchase a piano of her own. One day, after admiring the musician's songs and asking if he would take a look at her broken vacuum, the flower-pushing piano player discovers that she shares a remarkable sonic rapport with the mechanically savvy guitarist. As their musical sensibilities quickly converge to striking effect, the talented pair soon determines to record an album together. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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Starring:
Glen Hansard, Markéta Irglová, (more)
Director(s):
John Carney
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
Format(s):
DVD
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Synopsis of Once

A Dublin-based busker and vacuum-cleaner repairman enters into a fruitful relationship with a piano playing florist in a toe-tapping "video album" directed by John Carney and featuring a cast comprised entirely of professional musicians. He (Glen Hansard of the Frames) was a six-stringed street musician. She (Markéta Irglová) was a flower woman who couldn't afford to purchase a piano of her own. One day, after admiring the musician's songs and asking if he would take a look at her broken vacuum, the flower-pushing piano player discovers that she shares a remarkable sonic rapport with the mechanically savvy guitarist. As their musical sensibilities quickly converge to striking effect, the talented pair soon determines to record an album together. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:
86 mins

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Director(s):
John Carney
Writer(s):
John Carney
Producer(s):
David Collins, Martina Niland
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R(Profanity, Suitable for Children)
Once Awards:
  • 2007 - Chicago Film Critics Association - Best Original Score
  • 2007 - Chicago Film Critics Association - Best Original Score
  • 2007 - Dallas/Fort Worth Film Critics Association - Russell Smith Award
  • 2007 - Florida Film Critics - Best Original Songs
  • 2007 - Independent Spirit Awards - Best Foreign Film
  • 2007 - Los Angeles Film Critics Association - Best Music
  • 2007 - Los Angeles Film Critics Association - Best Music
  • 2007 - National Board of Review - Best Independent Film
  • 2007 - Ohio Film Critics - Best Score
  • 2007 - Ohio Film Critics - Best Score
  • 2007 - Phoenix Film Critics Association - Best Original Song
  • 2007 - Phoenix Film Critics Association - Best Original Song
  • 2007 - Sundance Film Festival - World Cinema Audience Award - Dramatic
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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    Bart B.

    What a uniquely pleasant story...loved the music!

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    John S.

    ...what I call "a little filme" i.e. character driven story without a lot of lash, but much substance....enjoyed the story, the small feel (filmed with two hand held cameras) and, of course the music....professional musicians recorded live...

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    Charles G.

    Some critic's "top 10" pick; my wife loved; I really liked. A somewhat unusual and quirky film as well as not following any typical form. All to like and recommend renting.

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