Downtown Express

Sep 22 2011 Not Rated 1h 30m
Drama, Music, Romance

Sasha is a young Russian violinist on a scholarship to Juilliard, living with his affectionate but overbearing father, a cellist determined to manage his son's career. While Sasha prepares for a critical recital that will launch him on a path to a glittering future, he is increasingly drawn to the rhythms he hears on the streets of New York. When he meets Ramona, a bohemian singer/songwriter, he joins her band, and falls in love with her and her music. He begins to lead a double life, careening frantically between two worlds.

Plot

Sasha is a young Russian violinist on a scholarship to Juilliard, living with his affectionate but overbearing father, a cellist determined to manage his son's career. While Sasha prepares for a critical recital that will launch him on a path to a glittering future, he is increasingly drawn to the rhythms he hears on the streets of New York. When he meets Ramona, a bohemian singer/songwriter, he joins her band, and falls in love with her and her music. He begins to lead a double life, careening frantically between two worlds.

Written by

Kathleen Cahill, David Grubin

Directed by

David Grubin

Cast

Philippe Quint, Nellie McKay, Michael Cumpsty

Crew

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Languages

English

Awards

N/A

Scores
# of Votes
35
Average Rating
7.5 out of 10
Metascore
53
Popularity
NA