The Soloist

The Soloist

By Joe Wright

  • Genre: Drama
  • Release Date: 2009-08-04
  • Advisory Rating: PG-13
  • Runtime: 1h 57min
  • Director: Joe Wright
  • Production Company: DreamWorks Pictures
  • Production Country: France, United States of America, United Kingdom
  • iTunes Price: USD 14.99
  • iTunes Rent Price: USD 3.99
6.7/10
6.7
From 764 Ratings

Description

Academy Award®-nominee Robert Downey Jr. and Academy Award®-winner Jamie Foxx star in an extraordinary and inspiring true story of how a chance meeting can change a life. The Soloist tells the poignant and ultimately soaring tale of a Los Angeles newspaper reporter who discovers a brilliant and distracted street musician, with unsinkable passion, and the unique friendship and bond that transforms both their lives. The remarkable performances make for an unforgettable experience in what is hailed as "a courageous and uncompromising film" (Gene Shalit, Today).

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  • What an incredible movie and story

    5
    By D.N.TN
    This was one of the most incredible films I have seen in a very long time. The story is so real and genuine, touches the heart and touches the soul with some of the most beautiful music. The acting is that of heights of greatness that cannot be described by words. Absolutely amazing. 100 stars.
  • Wow to good

    5
    By Nathandogsmoke18
    That’s is a very good movie watch it
  • Amazing and well-done film!

    5
    By JosiahMagnet
    The story for this film is amazing! It draws you in and doesn't let go. But how does the story pull you in? With the actors. Robert Downey, Jr. is amazing as always and Jamie Foxx pulls off the homeless man with ease. The thing that astounded me the most, however, was the fact that the homeless people in this film were actual homeless people living in Skid Row (only reason I know that is because I saw a documentary about Skid Row entitled "Lost Angeles", you should check it out if you like this movie!). This movie is astounding with great actors, a great (true) story, and great direction! Worth a watch!
  • Good

    5
    By BIG R YO!
    ROBERT DOWNEY JR IS SO HOT! 😍
  • Undefined

    5
    By Kes567
    This movie was one of the best I've ever seen. I cried so many times watches I can't ever count.
  • Heartwarming but clichéd.

    4
    By LovetheMoviews
    Heartwarming but clichéd. Not all geniuses see the light. Downey is credible and Foxx is believable. The god-thing is overdone. The light show should have been left on the floor.
  • Let me buy it

    5
    By Enrique Chavez
    I would love to buy it so I can watch it over and over again
  • Tedious

    2
    By GreenWave90
    Downey and Foxx give great performances, but the movie wears on you like someone playing on one cello string. It makes it's point early on and then just drags it along for hours. Exhausting to watch.
  • Soloist

    5
    By Thelma Melk
    This is a magnificent movie Jamie Fox performed the role of Anthony so well it has to be his finest performance beating Ray by at least four lengths. Downey simply brought his best to the set. The movie gives us insight into just how deeply troubling while liberating a mental illness can be. The paradox is richly captured and the result is a truly prolific story. I haven't enjoyed a film this much in a long time. Definitely 5 big ones. Brilliant.
  • Great Film

    4
    By adotmath
    Jamie Foxx and Robert Downey Jr. work extremely well together.

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