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Summary A 10-year-old piano prodigy, against the wishes of his instructor, dreams of becoming a jazz pianist. This interest leads him to find a mentor in a famous jazz sax player who bonds with the boy because of their shared interest in jazz and because they each suffer from Tourette's Syndrome.

Directed By: Gary Winick

Written By: Polly Draper

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Summary A 10-year-old piano prodigy, against the wishes of his instructor, dreams of becoming a jazz pianist. This interest leads him to find a mentor in a famous jazz sax player who bonds with the boy because of their shared interest in jazz and because they each suffer from Tourette's Syndrome.

Directed By: Gary Winick

Written By: Polly Draper

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Generally Favorable Based on 17 Critic Reviews
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Production Company Gun for Hire Films, Jazz Films Inc.
Release Date Aug 4, 2000
Duration 1 h 31 m
Rating R
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Tagline Every family has something to hide.
Berlin International Film Festival
• 2 Wins & 2 Nominations
Giffoni Film Festival
• 2 Wins & 2 Nominations
Hamptons International Film Festival
• 2 Wins & 2 Nominations