The Stringless Violin
The Stringless Violin

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The Stringless Violin

2003
Movie
99 min
Indonesian

A woman with a dark past dedicates herself to taking care of multi-handicapped children. When a young musician comes into her life, she is forced to face her history, or it will destroy her future.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes58%
Metacritic61/100
Google Users75%
Director: James MangoldGenres: Drama, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A desperate musician, haunted by his past, finds himself entangled in the dangerous world of organized crime after witnessing a murder. He must confront his own demons and navigate a treacherous path to protect his family and reclaim his life.

Critical Reception

The Stringless Violin received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who praised its taut atmosphere and strong performances, particularly from John Cusack and Ray Liotta. However, some found the plot to be somewhat predictable and derivative of earlier crime thrillers.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intense atmosphere and compelling lead performances.

  • Noted for its slick direction and moody cinematography.

  • Criticized by some for its reliance on genre tropes and a somewhat formulaic plot.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's suspenseful narrative and the chemistry between the lead actors. Some viewers felt the story didn't offer enough originality, but many found it to be an entertaining crime drama.

Fun Fact

The film was originally titled 'Identity' before being changed to 'The Stringless Violin' during production.

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Alunauwie

Alunauwie

Biola Tak Berdawai offers a deeply moving and artistically rich narrative, elevated by original music, elegant cinematography, and a romantic, classic visual tone that lingers in memory. The performances are natural and heartfelt, with form...