Classical music is something I have mixed feelings about. I enjoy some pieces but not all. It is not a form of music that I would like to attend a concert of. I have been to a couple of performances by orchestras lately but they were part of screenings with films. I respect other people's interest in watching a quartet but it is not for me. One other interesting element that this film highlights is when a group breaks up. They are always a great catalyst for examining the characters in the group. This film is no exception. Egos are always a character trait that rears its head in films about music groups. This is very much a character study of a group of characters and how a major change can affect their lives. Each of them reacts in different ways. Writers Yaron Zilberman and Seth Grossman have created great characters that you come to care about over the film, even if they do some stupid things.
I probably do not need to tell you that these actors are all brilliant. Christopher Walken gives a wonderfully subtle performance here compared to his normally over the top roles. Philip Seymour Hoffman and Catherine Keener make a great married couple even if they are having troubles. Many of you may not know of Mark Ivanir but you should see this film to familiarize yourself with his excellent performance.
An excellent character driven dramam that not only has great music but explores an interesting group dynamic.
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