3/4  See It
Really good movie. Some might say that it was rushed. In my opionion, they really let the story build. A lot of coincidences but still hope. Throughout the whole movie, I thought the music was incredible. I still don't understand why Louis... (read full)

3.5/4  Loved MOST of it (Warning: I "spoil" the ending)
There wasn't anything to complain about (except for one thing I talk about in the next paragraph). I really loved this movie. It was touching, heart-warming, and inspiring. The music was absolutely brilliant. I don't know what it is about... (read full)

4/4  Loved It!
To sum it all up: I felt the magic. I expected to like this film but I never expected that I would end up loving it. I thought the first hour or so was pretty good but everything got so much more interesting when the three main characters ... (read full)

2.5/4  Could use some work...
This film was very heart warming. The music was amazing and really added to the intensity. The acting was superb, and I must say that Robin Williams is surprisingly good at the creepy kid seller act. There were, however, a few problems thi... (read full)

3/4  Charming for the sentimental types
The story owes more to OLIVER TWIST than mere inspiration; it’s practically a remake. Yet none of Dickens’ urgency is present, and though August faces problem after problem, there’s never a doubt in our minds that all will turn out well. A... (read full)

3/4  August Rush Quick Review
not a kids movie, but not a grown-up movie either! Teen movie? Far from it! Still, well acted, beautiful music. B++

3.5/4  August Rush Quick Review
I suggest you watch it, I loved it and it is a beautiful movie with excellent acting and music. Everyone and everything in the movie is lovely..

3.5/4  August Rush Quick Review
I suggest you watch it, I loved it and it is a beautiful movie with excellent acting and music. Everyone and everything in the movie is lovely..

5/5 Instant Favorite
  by Elektronik Muzak (United States)
Have seen this movie many times. It is a bit of a fairy tale imo, however, it is magical and truly inspiring as well. This movie has touched most everyone (that I've known) whom have watched it. Anyway, have upgraded to the Blu-ray version of this film. I've noticed a significant improvement in the picture quality. However, there seem to be audio issues with the Blu-ray version. Specifically, the volume has to be increased (significantly/almost extremely)higher in several areas throughout playback. Have done my checking: none of the cables are loose on either the BR player or HDtv, there are no surround sound components attached at this time, and this has not occurred with any other Blu-rays. Perhaps this copy only has issues?? Please let me know if you experience the same problem by replying to this review... Thanks.

5/5 Great Movie
  by J. Carter
One of the best movies I have seen in a while. I saw it on HBO and had to have a copy for my Library. Definitely one of those that you can watch over and over.

4/5 You Never Quit On Your Music
  by Katrina L. Burchett (Florida)
Lyla Novacek (Keri Russell) attended Julia Music Performing Arts School in New York and played the cello. Louis Connelly (Jonathan Rhys Meyers) was the member of a rock band. There was a connection between them the second they met and on that day a musical genius was conceived. The day she gave birth, Lyla's father made a choice that he claimed was for both of them, but it was really a selfish decision. Lyla no longer had her son and she was separated from Louis.
Evan Taylor (Freddie Highmore) listened to sounds of the wind, city streets, etc and he would hear music. He was in a home for boys where his gift was not appeciated because they saw him as freakishly different. He wanted to be with his birth parents, not placed in someone's home. He had no anger because they gave him up, but was consumed with thoughts of where they could possibly be and he kept believing he could follow the music that would lead him to them.
I enjoyed August Rush. Maxwell 'Wizard' Wallace (Robin Williams)bothered me a bit, though. He acted like he cared about Evan but he didn't really want this boy to be happy. He deceived him and tried to fill his mind with doubt. Wizard's thinking was all messed up because he was scarred by the foster care system. He lived in an abandoned theater with homeless children he was supposedly taking care of but he was really using them. It was a good thing Richard Jeffries (Terrance Howard) cared about what happened to Evan.
There's a scene where a choir is practicing a beautiful song and the ending touched my heart. This is a movie for the entire family.

5/5 Great movie
  by E. Mautz (Mission Viejo, CA)
Great movie with a great ending. Not sure it is super special in Blu-ray vs standard DVD so if you own the DVD no need to upgrade, if not get the Blu-ray version.

5/5 great movie
  by J. A. Gagnon (Calif.)
this movie tells us to never give up on our dreams I know its just a story but what a lesson to learn. Great movie.