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Inside Llewyn Davis is a 2013 film written and directed by the Coen Brothers, Joel and Ethan Coen. The film's plot is a poignant and ironic portrait of the life of Llewyn Davis, a struggling folk singer in the Greenwich Village music scene of the 1960s.
Plot
The story follows Llewyn Davis (played by Oscar Isaac), a talented but unlucky folk singer trying to make a name for himself in the New York folk scene in the early 1960s. After the death of his musical partner, Llewyn struggles to find success and makes a living by performing in nightclubs and doing odd jobs.
His life is a series of unfortunate events, including a trip to Chicago in search of work and a series of strained relationships with friends and acquaintances, including the enigmatic Jean Berkey (played by Carey Mulligan). Llewyn is plagued by deep melancholy and frustration as he tries to find his way in the challenging world of folk music.
The film is an intense and moving portrait of an artist grappling with his art and life itself. The soundtrack features authentic and touching musical performances.
Directors: Joel and Ethan Coen
Writers: Joel and Ethan Coen
Producers: Joel and Ethan Coen, Scott Rudin
Music: T Bone Burnett
Main Cast:
Oscar Isaac as Llewyn Davis
Carey Mulligan as Jean Berkey
John Goodman as Roland Turner
Justin Timberlake as Jim Berkey
Garrett Hedlund as Johnny Five
F. Murray Abraham as Bud Grossman
Major Awards:
The film received very positive reviews from critics and won the Grand Prix at the Cannes Film Festival.
Box Office Gross: The film grossed approximately $33 million worldwide.
Critical Reception: Inside Llewyn Davis received extremely positive reviews from critics. It was praised for its nostalgic and melancholic portrayal of the 1960s folk music scene in New York. Oscar Isaac received acclaim for his portrayal of Llewyn Davis, and the film's soundtrack was also highly praised. The film was considered one of the Coen Brothers' finest works and received recognition for its cinematography, screenplay, and direction. Overall, it was regarded as a captivating and well-executed portrait of an artist in search of success.
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