Hilary and Jackie
Dec 30 1998
•2h 1m
•Drama, Music
The tragic story of world-renowned cellist Jacqueline du Pré, as told from the point of view of her sister, flautist Hilary du Pré-Finzi.
Cast
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Emily Watson
Jackie Du Pré
Rachel Griffiths
Hilary Du Pré
James Frain
Daniel Barenboim
David Morrissey
Kiffer Finzi
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