The Devil's Violinist
Freestyle Releasing | Release Date: January 30, 2015 CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
38
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Generally unfavorable reviews based on 7 Critic Reviews
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3
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75
RogerEbert.comSimon AbramsJan 30, 2015
It's an anti-romantic biography about a great artist, one whose central themes are basic, but whose energy and execution is irresistible. Read full review
60
Los Angeles TimesSheri LindenJan 29, 2015
First-time actor Garrett is better at conveying Paganini's artistic sensitivity and self-indulgence than his innovative fire. When he picks up the fiddle, though, he speaks with eloquent authority. Read full review
40
The DissolveTasha RobinsonJan 29, 2015
Garrett’s performance lacks any nuance or fire. When he’s playing, he’s a powerhouse. When he’s talking, he’s a half-presence with a vaguely Tommy Wiseau-esque accent, and sleepy eyes to match. Read full review
40
Village VoiceAaron HillisJan 27, 2015
Bernard Rose's elegantly staged but tonally flat biopic embraces the myth, even underscoring Paganini's rising fame, scandalous hedonism, and womanizing as an anachronistic form of rock-star fantasy. Read full review
30
The Hollywood ReporterFrank ScheckJan 29, 2015
Ponderously paced and mostly flat in its dramatic effect, this wooden period piece is slow going indeed. Read full review
30
The New York TimesJeannette CatsoulisJan 29, 2015
A shallow commentary on how an artist’s talent can be subsumed by the desire for fame and fortune. Or maybe just by the need to make a movie. Read full review
30
VarietyNick SchagerJan 29, 2015
The film is proof of both Garrett’s titanic skill at putting bow to string, and his decidedly less accomplished gifts as an actor. Read full review
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