Call number
DVD-DRAMA 457
Collection
Publication
WarnerBrothers (2012)
Description
Abandoned as an infant abroad a transatlantic luxury liner and named for the year of his birth, 1900, becomes a world-class pianist who can have anything he wants-- if he can only muster the courage to set foot on dry land.
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When the biggest scene in the film is a piano duel between the title character, 1900, and Jelly Roll Morton, you know you are watching a strange film. From beginning to end it is driven by Enrico Morricone's incredible score and by beautiful cinematography and settings. Roth is compelling as the
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enigmatic 1900, and Pruitt Taylor Vince is likable as the trumpet-playing narrator. There are other good scenes, but the overall effect--not surprising from the director of Cinema Paradiso--is bittersweet at best. It doesn't do to break down some of the plot for pure logic, especially near the end. Think for a moment--perhaps the first part of the trumpet player's narration is basically true, but at the end--could it all be in his mind? Show Less
UPC
794043161520