Storytelling at its finest!

Rating: 10/10 (8 September 1999)

It's a shame that a film such as this will be overlooked by the majority of viewers across the country. Although I'm sure nominations will be garnered, and critical acclaim is already being bestowed upon it, The Red Violin suffers from a lack of hype, stars, and a major studio, which is the pre-requisite for today's mega-blockbuster craving audience.
As you may know, the story revolves around the life and times of the people that come into contact with this very special violin. The transition between stories is brilliant, and the conclusion is very dramatic. The beauty of this movie lies within the beauty of it's settings. We are taken to random regions around the globe, following the trials and tribulations that surround the mysterious instrument.
All great films have one thing in common...story. And the story behind the Red Violin is masterfully told by FranÃ§ois Girard. The cinematography is first rate, and obviously the music is spectacular. The ensemble cast does a brilliant job of conveying their characters (the young boy stands out the most). Without a doubt one of the year's 5 best films