The Soloist

Basic Info:

Released Date:

2009-04-24

Languages:

English

Countries:

UK, USA, France

Runtime:

117 min

Rated:

PG-13

IMDB Ratings:

6.7 (42120 Reviews)

Director:

Joe Wright

Genres:

Biography Drama Music

Cast:

Jamie Foxx Robert Downey Jr. Catherine Keener Tom Hollander

Writer:

Susannah Grant (screenplay)

Steve Lopez (book)

Fullplot:

In 2005, the only thing hurting Los Angeles Times columnist Steve Lopez more than his face from a recent bike accident was his pressing need for story ideas. That is when he discovers Nathaniel Ayers, a mentally ill, homeless street musician who possesses extraordinary talent, even through his half-broken instruments. Inspired by his story, Lopez writes an acclaimed series of articles about Ayers and attempts to do more to help both him and the rest of the underclass of LA have a better life. However, Lopez's good intentions run headlong in the hard realities of the strength of Ayers' personal demons and the larger social injustices facing the homeless. Regardless, Lopez and Ayers must find a way to conquer their deepest anxieties and frustrations to hope for a brighter future for both of them.

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