Performance

M
2012
|
106 mins
Trailer
Poster for Performance

Drama starring Philip Seymour Hoffman, Christopher Walken and Catherine Keener as members of a New York-based, world-renowned four-piece string quartet... More

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Performance | Ratings & Reviews

"As a cultural philistine I needed a push to watch a film about classical musicians. But once lured in by a solid cast that includes Philip Seymour Hoffman, Christopher Walken and Catherine Keener I found Performance to be impressive, superior drama. The film’s leads are good across the board, most notably Walken as cellist Peter Mitchell, recently diagnosed with career-blighting Parkinson’s Disease."

Flicks, Steve NewallFlicks

"A skillfully performed drama that treats the varieties of musical expression as an effective if unsubtle metaphor for a person's many possible pathways through life."

VarietyVariety

"A challenging and thought provoking film, its greatest assets being its four outstanding performances."

Urban CinefileUrban Cinefile

"The leads make sweet music in an affecting four-piece that, if not note perfect, plays well to their individual strengths."

Total FilmTotal Film

"It would be shortsighted to dismiss this deeply felt, musically savvy film, set in a refined cultural precinct of Manhattan, as sudsy melodrama."

The New York TimesThe New York Times

"A movie with clarity and grownup complexity."

The GuardianThe Guardian

"Does one of the most interesting things any film can do. It shows how skilled professionals work."

Roger EbertRoger Ebert

"Zilberman's minimalistic approach fits the idea of the film better than it fits the actual film."

Los Angeles TimesLos Angeles Times

"Wants to be Bergman, ends up more like a burgundy-hued Sunset Beach."

Little White LiesLittle White Lies

"Strong performances mark a mildly involving tale."

Hollywood ReporterHollywood Reporter

"Measured performances from the seasoned cast balance out a script that errs towards the melodramatic."

Empire MagazineEmpire Magazine

"Zilberman is breaking no new ground, but he gives his actors strong material and room to breathe."

A.V. ClubA.V. Club

Performance | Details

Rating
M, contains sex scenes & offensive language
Runtime
106
Genre
Drama, Music
Country of origin
USA

Performance | Trailers