Wednesday, July 30, 2008

"Virtuoso"

"Virtuoso"
Television movie
1989
Genre: Biographical/Drama
Language: English
Running time: 120 minutes

Directed by Tony Smith
Written by William Humble

Cast includes:

Alfred Molina as John Ogdon
Alison Steadman as Brenda Ogdon
John Heard as Michael Johnson
Sverre Anker Ousdal as Gerard Schurmann

Overview: "British character actor Alfred Molina contributes another top-rank characterization in Virtuoso. Molina essays the role of real-life concert pianist John Ogden. The film touches briefly upon Ogden's performing genius, then takes a dark turn by concentrating on his descent into mental illness. Alison Steadman co-stars in this made-for-British-TV production. Virtuoso was first seen in the US over the A&E cable network. (Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide)"

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