Hilary And Jackie
Anand Tucker's take on the incredible true story of two sisters joined by music and torn apart by love for the same man.
Hilary (Rachel Griffiths) and Jacqueline du Pre (Emily Watson) grow up as musical prodigies in England in the 1950s. While Hilary chooses to start a family, Jackie quickly rises to international fame and fortune. She dazzles audiences with unbridled passion for her music and soon marries renowned pianist and conductor Daniel Barenboim. Although they are treated as musical royalty, the constant touring becomes a strain in Jackie. She longs for the simpler life that Hilary built and more. On an unannounced visit, a lonely and depressed Jackie reveals that unthinkable: that she also longs for her sister's husband. From the book "A Genius in the Family" by Hilary du Pré and Piers du Pré.
Awards
Hilary and Jackie received two nominations at the Academy Awards: Best Actress is a Leading Role (Emily Watson) and Best Actress is a Supporting Role (Rachel Griffiths).
At the British Academy Film Awards, Hilary and Jackie received five nominations, including Best British Film, Best Film Music and Best Adapted Screenplay.
