The Saddest Music in the World
“"If you're sad, and like beer, I'm your lady."”
Synopsis
In Depression-era Winnipeg, a legless beer baroness hosts a contest for the saddest music in the world, offering a grand prize of $25,000.
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THE SADDEST MUSIC IN THE WORLD
Type: Trailer • Published 2007-11-06
Top Cast
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Isabella Rossellini
Lady Helen Port-Huntley
Mark McKinney
Chester Kent
Maria de Medeiros
Narcissa
David Fox
Fyodor Kent
Ross McMillan
Roderick Kent / Gravillo the Great
Louis Negin
Blind Seer
Darcy Fehr
Teddy
Claude Dorge
Duncan Elksworth
Talia Pura
Mary
Adriana O'Neil
Agnes
Jeff Sutton
Young Chester
Graeme Valentin
Young Roderick
Maggie Nagle
Chester's Mother
Victor Cowie
Man in Bar
Jessica Burleson
Lady's Secretary
Wayne Nicklas
Boardmember
Nancy Drake
American Mother
David Gillies
American Father
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 10, 2004
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Guy Maddin
- Screenplay & Story
- Kazuo Ishiguro
- Original Score
- Christopher Dedrick
- Original Title
- The Saddest Music in the World
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English, Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Rhombus Media, Buffalo Gal Pictures, Ego Film Arts
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Guy Maddin
Kazuo Ishiguro, George Toles, Guy Maddin
Christopher Dedrick
Luc Montpellier
David Wharnsby
Daniel Iron, Atom Egoyan, Niv Fichman, Jody Shapiro
Department Leadership Roster
Guy Maddin
Director
Kazuo Ishiguro
Screenplay
George Toles
Writer
Guy Maddin
Writer
Christopher Dedrick
Original Music Composer
Niv Fichman
Producer
Jody Shapiro
Producer
Luc Montpellier
Director of Photography
David Wharnsby
Editor
Matthew Davies
Production Design
Meg McMillan
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Saddest Music in the World
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What is The Saddest Music in the World about?
In Depression-era Winnipeg, a legless beer baroness hosts a contest for the saddest music in the world, offering a grand prize of $25,000.
Who directed The Saddest Music in the World?
The Saddest Music in the World was directed by Guy Maddin.
Who stars in The Saddest Music in the World?
The principal cast of The Saddest Music in the World includes Isabella Rossellini, Mark McKinney, Maria de Medeiros, David Fox, Ross McMillan.
When was The Saddest Music in the World released and how long is it?
The Saddest Music in the World was released in 2003 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for The Saddest Music in the World?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Saddest Music in the World was composed by Christopher Dedrick.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Saddest Music in the World?
The Saddest Music in the World holds official age classifications: CA: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).