Release Date: August 2, 2024
Country of Origin: United States
Director: Jan Miller Corran
Writer: Jan Miller Corran
Production Company: Three Women in a Box Films
Genre: Drama
Filming Locations: Berkeley, California, USA
Storyline
The plot of “Concerto for Abigail” centers on the life of a well-known pianist named Abigail, who gets the devastating news that she is losing her hearing. In the midst of accepting the heartbreaking fact that she will eventually go deaf, Abigail meets Samantha Porter, a person who gives her fresh hope and love. The movie looks at how Abigail must balance her desire to accept this new relationship with her fear of losing her hearing. The plot delves deeply into love, grief, and resiliency as Abigail and Samantha travel through their journey together and deal with the difficulties brought on by Abigail’s illness.
Reviews
“Concerto for Abigail” has an IMDb rating of 6.6 and has been the subject of both critical and positive reviews. The film’s emotional depth and the performances of Andrea Bogart and Monica Young, who play the lead roles, are highly praised by both critics and viewers. A prominent user review gave the movie a 9 out of 10, praising its lovely soundtrack and its poignant depiction of a relationship strained by the speaker’s progressive hearing loss. The reviewer talked about how the movie tells a sweet and heartbreaking story by using body language and facial expressions to effectively convey emotions. The direction and cinematography of Jan Miller Corran were also praised for creating a realistic and eye-catching experience.
Characters
Abigail (Andrea Bogart): A world-renowned pianist who faces the devastating news of her progressive hearing loss. Her character struggles with the fear of losing her career and passion while navigating a new romantic relationship.
Samantha Porter (Monica Young): Abigail’s love interest, who supports her through her journey. Samantha’s character is essential in helping Abigail come to terms with her condition and explore the possibility of a future together.
Susan (Jetta Martin): A close friend of Abigail who provides emotional support.
Clara Rosen (Rebecca Grayce): A colleague of Abigail, adding depth to the professional aspect of Abigail’s life.
Dr. Mary Christopher (Saskia Baur): Abigail’s doctor who delivers the news of her hearing loss and guides her through the medical challenges.
Box-Office Collection
Worldwide Total: $83 million
Opening Weekend: $12 million
Total Domestic Gross: $45 million
Total International Gross: $38 million
