We've welcomed Patrick Stewart back to small screens as one of his most iconic character – Star Trek's Jean-Luc Picard – of late, but the trailer for Life With Music reminds us that there's more to his career than starships and superheroes. Take an exclusive first look...
The film finds Stewart as Henry Field, an acclaimed concert pianist and one of the great virtuosi of his era. Upon returning to the stage after a prolonged absence, he finds himself suddenly afflicted with a severe case of stage fright. His once effortless play has abruptly turned into a self-conscious struggle of every bar. Old wounds have crept up on the master as he now fights to ward off artistic disaster.
Enter Helen Morrison (Katie Holmes), a music critic with a kindred spirit and a troubled past of her own. Helen believes she might hold the key to Henry’s return to form, but she must first overcome his defences and win his trust. As Henry’s condition starts to improve, the blossoming relationship takes an unexpected turn which could precipitate his downfall. Unless he finally faces his demons and the darker truth lurking beneath the glory of the stage.
With Giancarlo Esposito and Letitia Brookes also in the cast, Blue Finch Film Releasing is making Life With Music available for digital download from 27 July.