Movie

The Saddest Music in the World

“"If you're sad, and like beer, I'm your lady."”

★ 6.8(70)20031h 40m

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Good to know

Director: Guy Maddin
Release date: 2003-09-17
Runtime: 1h 40m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: Canada
Studio: Rhombus Media

The Saddest Music in the World — trailer

About The Saddest Music in the World

The Saddest Music in the World is a 2003 movie in the Comedy, Drama and Music genres, directed by Guy Maddin, starring Isabella Rossellini, Mark McKinney and Maria de Medeiros. It has a runtime of 1 hour 40 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.8/10 from 70 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Saddest Music in the World in Brazil — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

In Depression-era Winnipeg, a legless beer baroness hosts a contest for the saddest music in the world, offering a grand prize of $25,000.

Cast

Isabella Rossellini

Lady Helen Port-Huntley

Mark McKinney

Chester Kent

Maria de Medeiros

Narcissa

David Fox

Fyodor Kent

Ross McMillan

Roderick Kent / Gravillo the Great

Louis Negin

Blind Seer

Darcy Fehr

Teddy

Claude Dorge

Duncan Elksworth

Talia Pura

Mary

Adriana O'Neil

Agnes

Jeff Sutton

Young Chester

Graeme Valentin

Young Roderick

Themes & keywords

canadabeergreat depressiondepression erawinnipegprosthetic legprosthesismusicmusical contestlegless

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Saddest Music in the World in Brazil?+

The Saddest Music in the World is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Brazil. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Saddest Music in the World on Netflix?+

The Saddest Music in the World is not on Netflix in Brazil right now.

How long is The Saddest Music in the World?+

The Saddest Music in the World has a runtime of 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).

Who stars in The Saddest Music in the World?+

The Saddest Music in the World stars Isabella Rossellini, Mark McKinney, Maria de Medeiros, David Fox and Ross McMillan.

When did The Saddest Music in the World come out?+

The Saddest Music in the World is a 2003 movie directed by Guy Maddin.

What genre is The Saddest Music in the World?+

The Saddest Music in the World is Comedy, Drama and Music film.

Who directed The Saddest Music in the World?+

The Saddest Music in the World was directed by Guy Maddin.