In 2005, the only thing hurting Los Angeles Times columnist Steve Lopez more than his face from a recent bike accident was his pressing need for story ideas. That is when he discovers Nathaniel Ayers, a mentally ill, homeless street musician who possesses extraordinary talent, even through his half-broken instruments. Inspired by his story, Lopez writes an acclaimed series of articles about Ayers and attempts to do more to help both him and the rest of the underclass of LA have a better life. However, Lopez's good intentions run headlong in the hard realities of the strength of Ayers' persona... l demons and the larger social injustices facing the homeless. Regardless, Lopez and Ayers must find a way to conquer their deepest anxieties and frustrations to hope for a brighter future for both of them.
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Remember when Lloyd Bentsen told Dan Quayle, "I knew Jack Kennedy. . . . Senator, you're no Jack Kennedy"? Well, I felt a little that way when it came to reviewing The Soloist.
I could back up and write all this in the reviewer's traditional third person, but that feels disingenuous. After all, I do know Steve Lopez, whose wonderful Los Angeles Times columns and later book about his unlikely friendship with a gifted but deeply troubled street musician started everything. And I work with Lopez at The Times, which, in an unprecedented gesture, offered its newsroom as a set and has in general bound itself to this movie with remarkable fealty.
The cello's evocative, often melancholy sound envelops The Soloist, highlighting the poignant appeal of this heartfelt film.
It also is the instrument that the movie's title character began playing with fervor as a child. Its strains ideally capture the mournful tale of a talented musician who lost his way. Based on the real-life story of Nathaniel Ayers, a former Juilliard student who was living on the streets, The Soloist is unabashedly emotional without veering into mawkish territory.
Jamie Foxx is wonderful as Ayers, a gifted cellist whose schizophrenia derailed his musical aspirations. Rather than focusing solely on the torments of a mentally ...
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fantastic - absorbing - definately worth a watch [SPOILER]
if you in anyway shape or form like classical music this is a must see.
for all others don't shy away there isn't stacks and stacks of it.
Sensitive issues such as mental illness and homelessness are dealt with and addressed with insight and provadence!
A good movie, albiet a tad heavy at times.
Foxx is masterful and plays the role wonderfully.
Downey shows his depth as an all round actor.
Very good supporting cast!!!
