Crazy Heart
The harder the life, the sweeter the song.
Overview
When reporter Jean Craddock interviews Bad Blake—an alcoholic, seen-better-days country music legend—they connect, and the hard-living crooner sees a possible saving grace in a life with Jean and her young son.
Backdrop
What makes this movie Worth Watching
Crazy Heart taps into the mythos of the washed-up country singer, a figure deeply ingrained in American cultural consciousness. It reflects the struggles of artists facing decline, the lure of self-destruction, and the possibility of finding grace amidst personal turmoil, appealing to audiences familiar with the romanticized yet tragic narratives of country music icons.
- Jeff Bridges's Oscar-winning performance as Bad Blake is captivating and believable.
- The film's exploration of redemption, alcoholism, and finding love later in life resonates deeply.
- The soundtrack, featuring original songs co-written by T Bone Burnett, is exceptional and adds to the movie's authenticity.
- The supporting cast, including Maggie Gyllenhaal and Colin Farrell, delivers strong performances that enrich the narrative.
Fun Facts
- Jeff Bridges performed his own singing and guitar playing in the film.
- The film's title, 'Crazy Heart,' is also the title of a song co-written by the film's star, Jeff Bridges, for a previous movie but never used until this one.
Available Languages
English
US
Title:
"The harder the life, the sweeter the song."
Türkçe
TR
Title: Çılgın Kalp
"Hayat ne kadar zorsa şarkılar o kadar tatlıdır."
Slovenčina
SK
Title:
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Italiano
IT
Title: Crazy Heart
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Deutsch
DE
Title:
"Je härter das Leben, desto süßer der Song"
Português
PT
Title:
"Uma interpretação magistral de Jeff Bridges."
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Oscar Awards
Wins
ACTOR IN A LEADING ROLE - 2009
Jeff Bridges
MUSIC (Original Song) - 2009
Ryan Bingham, T Bone Burnett
Nominations
ACTRESS IN A SUPPORTING ROLE - 2009
Maggie Gyllenhaal