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Soloist, The (2009)

Release Date:
Friday, April 24, 2009

MPAA Rating:
PG-13

Rating Reason:
For thematic elements, some drug use and language

Genre:
Drama

Starring:
Jamie Foxx, Robert Downey Jr., Catherine Keener, Tom Hollander, Lisa Gay Hamilton

Written By:
Susannah Grant

Director:
Joe Wright

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Synopsis:
In "The Soloist," an emotionally soaring drama about the redemptive power of music, journalist Steve Lopez discovers Nathaniel Anthony Ayers, a former classical music prodigy, playing his violin on the streets of L.A. As Lopez endeavors to help the homeless man find his way back, a unique friendship is formed, one that transforms both their lives.

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On DVD: A Widgetized Intro
Greg Wright

THE SOLOIST DVD and Blu-ray presentations include commentary by director Joe Wright (Atonement, Pride & Prejudice), "An Unlikely Friendship: Making The Soloist", "Kindness, Courtesy and Respect: Mr. Ayers + Mr. Lopez", "One Size Does Not Fit All: Addressing Homelessness in Los Angeles" and deleted scenes. The Blu-ray also includes a piece titled "Juilliard: The Education of Nathaniel Ayers".

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