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The Red Violin

Le violon rouge1998

Overview

300 years of a remarkable musical instrument. Crafted by the Italian master Bussotti (Cecchi) in 1681, the red violin has traveled through Austria, England, China, and Canada, leaving both beauty and tragedy in its wake. In Montreal, Samuel L Jackson plays an appraiser going over its complex history.

Details

Status
Released
Release date
November 13, 1998
Original language
French
Spoken languages
English, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, German, French
Countries
Canada, Italy, United Kingdom
Producer
Niv Fichman
Cinematography
Alain Dostie
Budget
$18,000,000
Revenue
$9,495,408
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