| | | She gave them a gift they could never imagine. They gave the system a fight it would never forget.
Features: DVD, Aspect Ratio 1.85:1, Dolby Digital (5.1)
Based on the Academy Award-nominated documentary Small Wonders, Music Of The Heart recounts the true story of Roberta Guaspari (Meryl Streep), a teacher who was determined to continue to bring musical education to her young students against all odds. When budget cuts forced the Board of Education to eliminate the school's music program, she initiated her own non-profit organization so that she might continue sharing the joy of musical education with her young pupils. With the support of her friends and the community, she sets out to do what no one else dared...she fought back.
"The best movie of the year!" NBC-TV
Editor's Note
The uplifting true story of violin teacher Roberta Guaspari (Streep), a woman who battled insurmountable odds to teach underprivileged children in East Harlem the gift of music. As Roberta struggles to convince a skeptical school board--as well as skeptical parents--that this music will help the children immensely, she must conquer seemingly insurmountable odds to do just that. Eventually, she does. Based on the documentary SMALL WONDERS, MUSIC OF THE HEART proves that Craven is more than just a horror director.
Plot Summary
After her husband leaves her, Roberta Guaspari (Streep) struggles to find a job. When she bumps into an old friend (Quinn), he tells her of a high school that could is without a music teacher. She meets with the school's principal (Bassett) and states her desire to teach the children the violin. The principal rejects her, citing lack of funding as one of the many excuses why it could never happen. Persistently, she eventually breaks her down and fights to establish a solid, effective program. Ten years later, the program has spread to other schools and is a smashing success. When funds are once again cut and the program is threatened for real, Roberta uses connections to get the injustice printed in the New York Times. A benefit concert ensues at Carnegie Hall, featuring appearances of such luminaries as Itzhak Perlman, Isaac Stern, and Arnold Steinhardt.
| Features | Widescreen Version | | English 5.1 Surround Dolby Digital | | French 5.1 Surround Dolby Digital | | Featurette | | Deleted Scenes | | Behind-The-Scenes Footage | | Music Videos | | Audio Commentary | | Cast & Crew Bios | | Theatrical Trailer | | Scene Access | | Interactive Menus |
| Technical Info
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Release Information
| | Studio: Buena Vista |
| Release Date: 7/1/2003 |
| Running Time: 124 minutes |
| Original Release Date: 1999 | | Catalog ID: 18310 | | UPC: 00717951004956 | | Number of Discs: 2 |
Audio & Video
| | Original Language: English | | Available Audio Tracks: English [CC], English, French Dubbed | | Video: Color |
Aspect Ratio | | 1.85:1 |
| Cast & Crew
| Awards |
Oscar (2000) | | | Meryl Streep, Nominee, Best Actress In A Leading Role | | | Diane Warren, Nominee, Best Music, Song | |
Grammy (2000) | | | Diane Warren, Nominee, Best Song Written For A Motion Picture, Television, Or Other Visual Media | |
Golden Globe (2000) | | | Meryl Streep, Nominee, Best Performance By An Actress In A Motion Picture-Drama | |
Image Award (2000) |  | Angela Bassett, Winner, Outsanding Supporting Actress In a Motion Picture |
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| | Professional Reviews | Variety
"...A gloriously sentimental true life drama in which Meryl Streep offers another indelible portrayal..." 9/13-19/1999 p.50Rolling Stone
"...Streep brings an edgy, no-bull quality to the role that pays off in earned sentiment at the inspirational finale..." 11/25/1999 p.112 Premiere
"...[Streep is] commanding and touching..." -- 3 out of 5 stars 06/01/2000 p.100 USA Today
"Yearning for an old-fashioned movie with a well-told, uplifting message? MUSIC OF THE HEART is playing your song..." 10/29/1999 p.8E Los Angeles Times
"...It's quite moving....MUSIC OF THE HEART has a lot of heart and a lot of music..." 10/29/1999 p.C16 Chicago Sun-Times
"...[This film] sticks to the real story, which has all the emotional wallop that's needed..." 10/29/1999 p.29 James Berardinelli's ReelViews 6 of 10
There are things I liked about Music of the Heart. The domestic scenes with Roberta attempting to raise her two sons while coping with the emotional loss of her husband have the ring of truth. The relationship between Brian and Roberta is developed in a low-key, believable manner. And perhaps the most interesting aspect of the movie is the way in which Craven explores the racial overtones inherent in Roberta's employment... With the grace and effectiveness of a chameleon, Streep can inhabit another personality, altering her appearance, accent, and demeanor at will. There is seemingly no role she is incapable of playing.
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