Unfinished Song (2012)

Grumpy pensioner Arthur honors his recently deceased wife's passion for performing by joining the unconventional local choir to which she used to belong, a process that helps him build bridges with his estranged son, James.

Director:

Paul Andrew Williams

Writer:

Paul Andrew Williams

Stars:

Terence Stamp, Gemma Arterton, Christopher Eccleston

3 wins & 8 nominations.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Terence Stamp	...	Arthur
Vanessa Redgrave	...	Marion
Gemma Arterton	...	Elizabeth
Barry Martin	...	Timothy
Taru Devani	...	Sujantha
Anne Reid	...	Brenda
Elizabeth Counsell	...	Cheryl
Ram John Holder	...	Charlie
Denise Rubens	...	Marge
Arthur Nightingale	...	Terry
Jumayn Hunter	...	Steven
Christopher Eccleston	...	James
Orla Hill	...	Jennifer
Bill Thomas	...	Bill
Willie Jonah	...	Robert

Storyline

"Song for Marion", a London-set comedic drama, is about shy, grumpy pensioner Arthur who is reluctantly inspired by his beloved wife Marion to join a highly unconventional local choir. At odds with his son James, it is left to charismatic choir director Elizabeth to try and persuade Arthur that he can learn to embrace life. Arthur must confront the undercurrents of his own grumbling persona as he embarks on a hilarious, life-affirming journey of musical self discovery.

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Plot Keywords:

choir | pensioner | elderly couple | curmudgeon | cancer | 

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Taglines:

Music is the cure for the common crank...

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Genres:

Comedy | Drama | Music | Romance

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated PG-13 for some sexual references and rude gestures

Details

Official Sites:

Official Facebook Official site [Japan]

Country:

UK Germany

Language:

English

Release Date:

22 February 2013 (UK)

Also Known As:

Unfinished Song

Filming Locations:

Durham Johnston Comprehensive School, County Durham, England, UK

Box Office

Opening Weekend USA:

$25,728, 23 June 2013, Limited Release

Gross USA:

$1,697,294, 29 September 2013

Company Credits

Production Co:

Steel Mill Pictures,Coolmore Productions,Egoli Tossell Film

Technical Specs

Runtime:

90 min

Sound Mix:

Dolby Digital

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

2.35 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

Gemma Arterton learned to play the piano for the film, and did all the piano playing in the film herself.

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Goofs

From the end credits: In at least two instances, the word "assistant" is misspelled a-s-s-i-t-a-n-t.

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Quotes

James: What am I supposed to make of you? Every time I see you...
[shrugs his shoulders]
James: I don't know what it is I've done or not done in my life to make you so disappointed. I mean, I've achieved so many things, so many good things, but you're always disappointed. Why can't you be proud?
Arthur Harris: I am proud, son.
James: Well, you never thought once to tell me.
Arthur Harris: Well, I tell everybody.
James: Why don't you tell me?
Arthur Harris: I'm trying now.

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Connections

Featured in Film '72: Episode dated 20 February 2013 (2013)

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Soundtracks

How Do You Speak to An Angel
Performed by Terence Stamp
Words by Bob Hilliard
Music by Jule Styne
© Better Half Music Co (ASCAP) and © 1952 Stratford Music Corporation (ASCAP)
All Rights on behalf of Stratford Music Corporation
Administered by Chappell & Co., Inc.
All Rights Reserved
Copyright Renewed
All Rights Reserved International
Copyright Secured
ASCAP

User Reviews

Please see this movie!

I was lucky enough to have free tickets for the preview screening. To be honest, if it wasn't for free, this movie would not have been a movie that I would choose to pay to watch. I am 24 and I don't think I would be interested in watching a movie starring with some oldies but I was totally wrong and I am so glad that I had gone to watch this movie. AND I WILL PAY TO WATCH THIS AGAIN!

This movie has a very simple storyline, but this story relates to all of us somehow. Many of us have had loved one(s) passed away and surely the hardship and grievance that Arthur has been through is not new to us. And the troubled relationship between the father and son.

It is this simple story with just good acting. It will make you cry! Not because of sadness but because of love. I don't see many people without a tissue wiping their eyes and noses during the movie. And this is what good movie does to you!

Please go and see this movie. You wont regret it.