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# Quartet [DVD]

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Product Description Dustin Hoffman directs this comedy drama adapted by writer Ronald Harwood from his own stage play of the same name. Beecham House is a retirement home with a difference: it specifically caters for former artistes including one-time opera singers Cissy (Pauline Collins), Reginald (Tom Courtenay) and Wilf (Billy Connolly). Once part of a quartet, the three still take part in an annual concert to celebrate the birthday of composer Giuseppe Verdi. But this year things are complicated by the arrival of the fourth member of their quartet, Jean (Maggie Smith), a die-hard diva who also happens to be Reginald's ex-wife. Theatrical temperaments and old hostilities flare as the dramatic foursome fuss, flirt and flounce their way through rehearsals, adhering emphatically to that old showbiz adage, 'the show must go on'. desertcart.co.uk Review Oscar-winning actor Dustin Hoffman has never been one to zig when he can zag. Not only did he wait until he was in his mid-70s to direct his first feature film, but his crowd-pleasing adaptation of Ronald Harwood's 1999 play is a thoroughly British affair. Set at one of England's most scenic estates, the fictional Beecham House for Retired Musicians, Quartet centres on four opera singers. Cecily (Pauline Collins), Wilfred (Billy Connolly), and Reginald (Tom Courtenay, who appeared in Harwood's The Dresser) are busy preparing for the annual Verdi Gala when word spreads about a famous new resident. After Reggie catches sight of the elegant figure, his excitement about the benefit gives way to sorrow: it's his ex-wife, Jean (Downton Abbey's Maggie Smith). If the amusingly acid-tongued Jean appears to have moved on--she's married twice since--Reggie hasn't, and still blames her for the failure of their brief marriage. Under the directorship of the supremely self-satisfied Cedric (Michael Gambon), the entire facility continues to rehearse for the concert, except Jean, who says she's retired from singing, though her former partners long to perform their acclaimed version of Verdi's Rigoletto. As they concentrate on persuading her to reconsider, the ice between Reggie and Jean starts to thaw just as Cissy's memory starts to fade, but priorities shift as old friends become reacquainted. If Quartet doesn't offer many significant surprises, Hoffman skillfully honours the humour, the romance, and the wall-to-wall music--most played by veteran performers--of Harwood's warm-hearted script. --Kathleen C. Fennessy

Review: Entertaining in its own way but no oscar winner - Brilliant Company of actors (Cast together for a change) Good Directing , some lovely photography and a GREAT location. This is NOT my style of film,(quasi musical) but it really works. Its a collection of cameo's linked together with a rather tenuous story. But if you want an easy going watch and listen for an hour or so of an evening or afternoon then this is great. Very undemanding, quit amusing aimed at an older audience. Lightweight fun. And EVEN I enjoyed it. I think some reviewers were expecting (Agatha Christy style murders) + a few car chases or something a bit more racy and were disappointed.
Review: A total treat - as to be expected from such superb actors and actresses - Brilliant. Great actors and such a poignant story, but told with touches of very British humour. The kind of thing that demarcates our home-produced films from Hollywood films. Reality at the heart of it even though some aspects might be exaggerated for the sake of art! This story is so sympathetically told. Did the author visit residential homes for older folk while writing it? The essence of the humour, the dignity, sometimes the despair, the failing self-confidence, the petty carping but the underlying support for one another, reflects something of the stoic, never-give-in attitude of people of this generation, and some of the characters reminded me of my parents - now departed, but never forgotten - particularly as my father was a musician. And playing music keeps the mind very sharp (until a stroke ruins everything - real life, not talking about the movie). This film brought both laughter and tears. It had me fully engaged from beginning to end. The acting is superb. The director seems to have aimed for under-statement of the tragic bits, which might otherwise have been awkward, but has brought out the very credible personalities of the characters with tremendous insight and success. Well done to writers, director, actors, photographers and everyone involved in the making of this film. I think it's a great credit to all who were involved in it.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN  | B00AW9M3PO |
| Actors  | Billy Connolly, Maggie Smith, Michael Gambon, Pauline Collins, Tom Courtenay |
| Aspect Ratio  | 16:9 - 2.35:1 |
| Audio Description:  | English |
| Best Sellers Rank | 2,192 in DVD & Blu-ray ( See Top 100 in DVD & Blu-ray ) 375 in Comedy (DVD & Blu-ray) 762 in Drama (DVD & Blu-ray) 3,522 in Portable Sound & Video Products |
| Country of origin  | United Kingdom |
| Customer reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (3,628) |
| Director  | Dustin Hoffman |
| Is discontinued by manufacturer  | No |
| Item model number  | 2724298354314 |
| Language  | English |
| Media Format  | PAL, Subtitled |
| Number of discs  | 1 |
| Product Dimensions  | 1.6 x 19 x 13.6 cm; 120 g |
| Release date  | 6 May 2013 |
| Run time  | 1 hour and 38 minutes |
| Studio  | Warner Home Video |

## Product Details

- **Contributor:** Billy Connolly, Dustin Hoffman, Maggie Smith, Michael Gambon, Pauline Collins, Tom Courtenay
- **Format:** PAL, Subtitled
- **Genre:** Comedy
- **Language:** English
- **Runtime:** 1 hour and 38 minutes

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Entertaining in its own way but no oscar winner
*by D***N on 27 January 2026*

Brilliant Company of actors (Cast together for a change) Good Directing , some lovely photography and a GREAT location. This is NOT my style of film,(quasi musical) but it really works. Its a collection of cameo's linked together with a rather tenuous story. But if you want an easy going watch and listen for an hour or so of an evening or afternoon then this is great. Very undemanding, quit amusing aimed at an older audience. Lightweight fun. And EVEN I enjoyed it. I think some reviewers were expecting (Agatha Christy style murders) + a few car chases or something a bit more racy and were disappointed.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A total treat - as to be expected from such superb actors and actresses
*by W***S on 13 October 2017*

Brilliant. Great actors and such a poignant story, but told with touches of very British humour. The kind of thing that demarcates our home-produced films from Hollywood films. Reality at the heart of it even though some aspects might be exaggerated for the sake of art! This story is so sympathetically told. Did the author visit residential homes for older folk while writing it? The essence of the humour, the dignity, sometimes the despair, the failing self-confidence, the petty carping but the underlying support for one another, reflects something of the stoic, never-give-in attitude of people of this generation, and some of the characters reminded me of my parents - now departed, but never forgotten - particularly as my father was a musician. And playing music keeps the mind very sharp (until a stroke ruins everything - real life, not talking about the movie). This film brought both laughter and tears. It had me fully engaged from beginning to end. The acting is superb. The director seems to have aimed for under-statement of the tragic bits, which might otherwise have been awkward, but has brought out the very credible personalities of the characters with tremendous insight and success. Well done to writers, director, actors, photographers and everyone involved in the making of this film. I think it's a great credit to all who were involved in it.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "What do I do when I get to the top, ski down?"
*by G***R on 20 June 2019*

There's a great deal to love and admire about the film Quartet (directed by Dustin Hoffman - with beauty, insight, and style). The music throughout is majorly uplifting, and the lead actors give fine and engaging performances. The actors in the smaller parts are also great - and very well cast. Ronald Harwood has skilfully written a touching story with an array of interesting characters - how they are by themselves, how they interact with each other, how they deal with personal struggles or upset. Also how they give support, and learn. His story and script are very enjoyable; sometimes funny and sometimes emotional, and although light-hearted he also captures a depth. Very big highlights are the performances given by the well-known singers and musicians who are also part of the story. And then on top of the lovely classical (and a tiny bit of Music Hall!) music, the theme music by Dario Marianelli and the London Session Musicians is perfect. Many good things have come together here to make a film that is a little bit of a gem - a pure, elevating, delight kind of a gem.

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