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The High Note

  • 20202020
  • PG-13PG-13
  • 1h 53m
IMDb RATING
6.4/10
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Dakota Johnson and Tracee Ellis Ross in The High Note (2020)
Trailer
Play trailer2:22
20 Videos
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  • Drama
  • Music
  • Romance

A superstar singer and her overworked personal assistant are presented with a choice that could alter the course of their respective careers.A superstar singer and her overworked personal assistant are presented with a choice that could alter the course of their respective careers.A superstar singer and her overworked personal assistant are presented with a choice that could alter the course of their respective careers.

IMDb RATING
6.4/10
10K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
2,275
2,414
  • Director
    • Nisha Ganatra
  • Writer
    • Flora Greeson
  • Stars
    • Dakota Johnson
    • Tracee Ellis Ross
    • Kelvin Harrison Jr.
Top credits
  • Director
    • Nisha Ganatra
  • Writer
    • Flora Greeson
  • Stars
    • Dakota Johnson
    • Tracee Ellis Ross
    • Kelvin Harrison Jr.
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 166User reviews
    • 127Critic reviews
    • 58Metascore
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 win & 8 nominations

    Videos20

    The High Note - Trailer
    Trailer 2:22
    The High Note - Trailer
    THE HIGH NOTE - Official Trailer [HD] - At Home On Demand May 29
    Trailer 2:22
    THE HIGH NOTE - Official Trailer [HD] - At Home On Demand May 29
    'High Note' Stars Reveal the Soundtracks of Their Lives and Their Biggest Risks
    Clip 3:09
    'High Note' Stars Reveal the Soundtracks of Their Lives and Their Biggest Risks
    Want To Go Over The Set List
    Clip 1:02
    Want To Go Over The Set List
    Want To Go Over The Set List
    Clip 1:02
    Want To Go Over The Set List
    Want To Play It Safe
    Clip 1:19
    Want To Play It Safe
    Its  The  Dream  Job
    Clip 1:29
    Its The Dream Job
    Its  The  Dream  Job
    Clip 1:29
    Its The Dream Job
    I  Want  To  Clean  Out  My  Closet
    Clip 1:00
    I Want To Clean Out My Closet
    I  Want  To  Clean  Out  My  Closet
    Clip 1:00
    I Want To Clean Out My Closet
    T H E- H I G H- N O T E
    Interview 6:43
    T H E- H I G H- N O T E
    T H E- H I G H- N O T E
    Interview 8:28
    T H E- H I G H- N O T E

    Photos185

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    Ice Cube, Ricky Martin, Dakota Johnson, and Tracee Ellis Ross in The High Note (2020)
    Dakota Johnson and Kelvin Harrison Jr. in The High Note (2020)
    Dakota Johnson and Tracee Ellis Ross in The High Note (2020)
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    Ice Cube, Eddie Izzard, Dakota Johnson, Tracee Ellis Ross, and June Diane Raphael in The High Note (2020)

    Top cast

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    Dakota Johnson
    Dakota Johnson
    • Maggie Sherwoodeas Maggie Sherwoode
    Tracee Ellis Ross
    Tracee Ellis Ross
    • Grace Davisas Grace Davis
    Kelvin Harrison Jr.
    Kelvin Harrison Jr.
    • David Cliffas David Cliff
    Bill Pullman
    Bill Pullman
    • Maxas Max
    Zoe Chao
    Zoe Chao
    • Katieas Katie
    • (as Zoë Chao)
    June Diane Raphael
    June Diane Raphael
    • Gailas Gail
    Eugene Cordero
    Eugene Cordero
    • Sethas Seth
    Marc Evan Jackson
    Marc Evan Jackson
    • Alecas Alec
    Eddie Izzard
    Eddie Izzard
    • Dan Deakinsas Dan Deakins
    Ice Cube
    Ice Cube
    • Jack Robertsonas Jack Robertson
    Jonathan Freeman
    Jonathan Freeman
    • Martinas Martin
    Parvesh Cheena
    Parvesh Cheena
    • Dry Cleaneras Dry Cleaner
    Bianca Lopez
    Bianca Lopez
    • Juice Store Employeeas Juice Store Employee
    Neil Lane
    • Neil Laneas Neil Lane
    Tiffany Elle
    Tiffany Elle
    • Pharmacistas Pharmacist
    Danielle Barbosa
    Danielle Barbosa
    • Piñata Womanas Piñata Woman
    Edras Cerrato
    • Airplane Pilotas Airplane Pilot
    Kyndra Reevey
    • Grace's Back-Up Singer #1as Grace's Back-Up Singer #1
    • (as Binkie Reevey)
    • Director
      • Nisha Ganatra
    • Writer
      • Flora Greeson
    • Production, box office & more at IMDbPro
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    Storyline

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    A superstar singer and her overworked personal assistant are presented with a choice that could alter the course of their respective careers.
    • recording session
    • reference to taylor swift
    • reference to the weeknd
    • reference to the beatles
    • reference to jerry wexler
    • 326 more
    • Plot summary
    • Plot synopsis
    • Taglines
      • You've Got to Start at the Bottom Before You Take It to the Top
    • Genres
      • Drama
      • Music
      • Romance
    • Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
      • Rated PG-13 for some strong language, and suggestive references
    • Parents guide

    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      Grace states only five women over 40 have had number one singles, and only one who is African American: at the time of filming these were Sia (aged 40), Madonna (42), Bette Midler (43), Cher (52), and Tina Turner (44). However, Aretha Franklin (45) also hit number one, albeit on a duet with George Michael, meaning technically two African American singers had achieved the feat. By the time the film was released Mariah Carey (49) had also added to this number. In addition, at the time of filming Sia was the most recent artist to achieve a number one aged over 40. She has worked extensively with both Greg Kurstin, who wrote and produced songs for the soundtrack of this movie, and Diplo, who has a small role in the film as producer R Dubs.
    • Goofs
      When Maggie & her father are talking in his radio station shack, the album he is holding changes from Fleetwood Mac's "Rumours" to Nina Simone's "I Put a Spell on You".
    • Crazy credits
      When the end credits have almost finished, you can hear some additional dialogue.
    • Connections
      References The Oprah Winfrey Show (1986)
    • Soundtracks
      Bad Girl
      Written by Robert Fears, Lee Moses

      Performed by Tracee Ellis Ross

    User reviews166

    Review
    Top review
    8/10
    A Movie That Will Do Nothing But Make You Smile
    There are almost too many movies that follow a character who works for someone famous, has dreams of becoming as famous as them, but the person they work for doesn't have that same belief in them. For that reason alone, I think it's sort of impressive when one works really well. Supposed to hit theatres, but now streaming on-demand to rent, The High Note is the prime example of a story that feels tired but works really well anyways. I enjoy underdog films, but I'm always worried I'll be able to predict everything. Well, this movie was an absolute catch-22 and here's why.

    Maggie (Dakota Johnson), being overlooked by her superstar boss Grace Davis (Tracee Ellis Ross), works on the side, trying to make a name for herself after finding a very talented singer in David Cliff (Kelvin Harrison Jr.). The two of them find passion in their music together and eventually form a romance as well. Not only does this shine a light on the fact that her attention is being taken away from Davis, but it also may lead to a promising future for everyone involved. Through the many trials and tribulations that these films offer the audience, it can feel very formulaic, but I feel that it works very well, and that's due to the characters all being well-rounded.

    It does help when your character is written well for you, but Dakota Johnson has been on a roll lately in terms of roles and performances. Before her work on Fifty Shades of Grey made her a household name as an actress, her small roles in The Social Network and Need for Speed always stood out to me more. Once she started broadening her career by appearing in smaller films like The Peanut Butter Falcon, The Friend, and now The High Note, I need to keep an eye out for all of her films. I believe she is becoming a great actress if she's not there already. On top of that, Kelvin Harrison Jr. through film like Monsters and Men and Waves has been on my radar as well. Their chemistry here was really enjoyable and it made the movie worthwhile in the end.

    Now, here's where some viewers may take issue. Like many horror films, romantic comedies, and thrillers about kidnapping people these days, stories like this will always feel a little been-there-done-that now. Yes, The High Note plays out exactly as you think it would, but there's a nice emotional backbone to the story and it came to fruition by the end of the run time. I rolled my eyes at a few instances while watching, but this was ultimately a really satisfying and fun movie to watch. Especially right now, I think movies like this need to be watched.

    In the end, The High Note is the type of film that's absolutely harmless in nature. A feel-good story about a likeable character trying to find their way. In times like the ones we are living in right now, you can't ask for a nicer story to watch. Is it perfect? Definitely not, but I honestly think most viewers can find enjoyment in this one. The subject matter of music may not entice everyone, but there's more to the story than that. I recommend giving this one a rent if you're looking to smile and have a good time.
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    14
    • kjproulx
    • Jun 3, 2020

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    • Release date
      • May 29, 2020 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • United Kingdom
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Official site
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Covers
    • Filming locations
      • Capitol Records, 1750 Vine Street, Los Angeles, California, USA
    • Production companies
      • Focus Features
      • Perfect World Pictures
      • Working Title Films
    • See more company credits at IMDbPro

    Box office

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    • Gross worldwide
      • $2,217,874
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 53 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Atmos
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.39 : 1

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