Question 1

Why has Hilary and Jackie never been released in France?

Accepted Answer

To avoid litigation by the real-life Daniel Barenboim, as stated in IMDb trivia.

Question 2

What physical toll did Emily Watson endure while preparing for her role as Jacqueline du Pré?

Accepted Answer

She practiced the cello so intensively that her fingers bled, according to IMDb trivia.

Question 3

Which major film festivals featured Hilary and Jackie in 1998?

Accepted Answer

It was part of the Toronto International Film Festival and the Venice Film Festival in 1998.

Question 4

What is the tragic story of Hilary and Jackie about?

Accepted Answer

It tells the tragic story of cellist Jacqueline du Pré from the perspective of her sister, flautist Hilary du Pré-Finzi.

Question 5

Who plays the real-life conductor Daniel Barenboim in the film?

Accepted Answer

James Frain portrays Daniel Barenboim, as listed in the cast credits.

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