The tragic story of world-renowned cellist Jacqueline du Pré, as told from the point of view of her sister, flautist Hilary du Pré-Finzi.
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Emily Watson
Jackie du Pré
Rachel Griffiths
Hilary du Pré
James Frain
Daniel Barenboim
David Morrissey
Kiffer Finzi
Charles Dance
Derek du Pré
Celia Imrie
Iris du Pré
Rupert Penry-Jones
Piers du Pré
Bill Paterson
Cello Teacher
Auriol Evans
Young Jackie
Keylee Jade Flanders
Young Hilary
Director
Anand Tucker
Screenplay
Frank Cottrell Boyce
Tagline
"The true story of two sisters who shared a passion, a madness, and a man."
Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Production
Oxford Films, Film4 Productions
CinemaSerf
November 20, 2025
The tragic story of acclaimed cellist Jacqueline du Pré (Emily Watson) is one I was already familiar with, but I had no idea that her sister Hilary (Rachel Griffiths) was also an accomplished flautist nor that there was allegedly a bit of fluidity amidst their marital relationships. Initially, both are encouraged when they are very young by parents (Celia Imrie and Charles Dance) to practice hard ...
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