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‘The Greatest Hits’ Review: Ned Benson Explores The Transformative Power Of Music – SXSW


Read a review of Ned Benson's 'The Greatest Hits' from SXSW. Lucy Boynton stars in poignant exploration of grief, memory and the transformative power of music.

At its core, this film, brought to life by a vibrant cast including Lucy Boynton, David Corenswet, Retta, Justin H. Min and Austin Crute that delves deep into the psychological intricacies of mourning and the painstaking journey toward healing and acceptance. Surrounded by the remnants of her past, she engages in a unique form of time travel triggered by music, which transports her back to moments shared with her boyfriend, highlighting their connection and the painful realization of her inability to alter their fate. Benson’s script, inspired by Oliver Sacks’ Musicophilia, brings together themes of love, loss and the healing power of music, presenting a story that is both magically real and deeply human.

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