This one, like the title suggests, is about a violin. Mark was just telling me yesterday about a similar movie that involves a dollar bill. Basically you see how this one musical instrument has changed and shaped the lives of so many people over a span of about 400 years. It was really interesting and a great idea for a film.
The violin was originally made in Italy and you see it travel to Vienna, China, England, etc. It crossed through the hands of poor and rich alike. There’s a few famous faces in here, but not too many. Some might find this one a bit slow or boring but it’s definitely a drama/make-believe documentary.
I loved this movie. I loved the metaphor the violin seemed to be so obviously standing for (i.e., how to some, it was a gift, others it was merely an object—the comparison of abusing / misusing / taking advantage of love, etc.) and so many other moments within it.
It was soooo good….I really want to see it again! I have it..so maybe I will!
I really liked it too. I don’t know if I’ll add it to my collection or not…but definately worth watching again.