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  • 2016
  • PG-13
  • Home Box Office (HBO)
  • 1 h 36 m
  • 2016
  • PG-13
  • Home Box Office (HBO)
  • 1 h 36 m

Summary Over the past 16 years, an extraordinary group of musicians has come together to celebrate the universal power of music. Named for the ancient trade route linking Asia, Africa and Europe, The Silk Road Ensemble, an international collective created by acclaimed cellist Yo-Yo Ma, exemplifies music’s ability to blur geographical boundaries,...

Directed By: Morgan Neville

  • 2016
  • PG-13
  • Home Box Office (HBO)
  • 1 h 36 m
  • 2016
  • PG-13
  • Home Box Office (HBO)
  • 1 h 36 m

The Music of Strangers: Yo-Yo Ma and the Silk Road Ensemble

Metascore Generally Favorable Based on 15 Critic Reviews
70
User Score Mixed or Average Based on 11 User Ratings
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Summary Over the past 16 years, an extraordinary group of musicians has come together to celebrate the universal power of music. Named for the ancient trade route linking Asia, Africa and Europe, The Silk Road Ensemble, an international collective created by acclaimed cellist Yo-Yo Ma, exemplifies music’s ability to blur geographical boundaries,...

Directed By: Morgan Neville

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Metascore
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91
Jun 17, 2016
The film’s most joyous performer is the bagpiper Cristina Pato, known as “the Jimi Hendrix of Galicia,” who is such a powerhouse that she could probably upstage the Rolling Stones (in their prime).
By Peter Rainer FULL REVIEW
80
Jun 23, 2016
The music and the group are uplifting. The stories are inspiring.
By Bill Goodykoontz FULL REVIEW

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80
Jun 6, 2016
A first-rate music film capturing a restless desire to communicate beyond the boundaries of any single idiom.
By John DeFore FULL REVIEW
75
Jun 23, 2016
“Strangers” offers an inspiring look at creative people from very different walks of life who nonetheless communicate beautifully with one another. They don’t need to speak a common language: Their dazzling music says it all.
By Stephanie Merry FULL REVIEW
70
Jun 6, 2016
The closer the documentary gets to individual musicians and their histories, the more engaging it becomes.
By David D'Arcy FULL REVIEW
60
Jun 9, 2016
The movie, despite enthralling moments, is so self-intoxicated by its blissed-out vision of global healing that it’s a little soft.
By Owen Gleiberman FULL REVIEW
50
Jun 8, 2016
Neville briefly showcases individual musicians but never sticks with them long enough to highlight their skills.
By Simon Abrams FULL REVIEW
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Production Company Tremolo Productions, Participant
Release Date Jun 10, 2016
Duration 1 h 36 m
Rating PG-13
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Website http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b08tb6d4
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Awards

News & Documentary Emmy Awards
• 1 Win & 3 Nominations
Heartland Film
• 1 Win & 1 Nomination
Provincetown International Film Festival
• 1 Win & 1 Nomination

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