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On a String

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A Julliard-trained violist navigates the New York City freelance musician scene, playing gigs that often draw her into the personal lives of strangers, all while living in her oddball family's NYC apartment.

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Peter Sobczynski RogerEbert.com Mar 11
A very funny and incisive debut feature from writer-director-star Isabel Hagen (who) demonstrates genuine wit on both sides of the camera. Go to Full Review Cody Dericks Next Best Picture Mar 11
6/10
By nature, it’s a very small film, getting back to the heart of what independent cinema does best. Go to Full Review Larry Fried Geek Vibes Nation Mar 10
5.5/10
It feels like there is a sharper, stronger comedy at the heart of On a String that is weighed down by standard visual storytelling and a lack of bold, side-splitting humor. While by no means a poor effort, Hagen’s directorial debut does not stand out. Go to Full Review Paul Emmanuel Enicola The Movie Buff Mar 5
B+
"On a String" is an intimate debut with honest instincts and an eye for the minor notes we usually overlook ... [Hagen] may not be playing to a packed concert hall here, but she’s definitely playing something worth paying attention to. Go to Full Review Emma Vine Loud and Clear Reviews Mar 2
3.5/5
A promising debut from Hagen that encourages viewers to pursue their ambitions and follow their true calling. Go to Full Review Daniel Eagan ScreenAnarchy Mar 2
Isabel Hagen, a genuinely talented filmmaker, fills the story with generous helpings of music, most of it played live by skilled performers. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Isabel Hagen

Director

Isabel Hagen

Isabel

Dylan Baker

Jack

Jamie Lee

Trisha

Frederick Weller

Carl

Eric Bogosian

Dyrektor
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Movie Info

Synopsis A Julliard-trained violist navigates the New York City freelance musician scene, playing gigs that often draw her into the personal lives of strangers, all while living in her oddball family's NYC apartment.
Director
Isabel Hagen
Producer
Isabel Hagen, Olivia Vessel, Torrance Shepherd, Alex Vara, Annie McGrath
Screenwriter
Isabel Hagen
Production Co
Dweck Productions
Genre
Music, Drama, Comedy
Original Language
English
Runtime
1h 18m