Plot — What is Songcatcher about?
After being denied a promotion at the university where she teaches, Doctor Lily Penleric, a brilliant musicologist, impulsively visits her sister, who runs a struggling rural school in Appalachia. There she stumbles upon the discovery of her life - a treasure trove of ancient Scots-Irish ballads, songs that have been handed down from generation to generation, preserved intact by the seclusion of the mountains. With the goal of securing her promotion, Lily ventures into the most isolated areas of the mountains to collect the songs and finds herself increasingly enchanted.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 2001 |
| Genre | Drama, Music |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 109 min |
| Audience Score | 62% (6.2/10, 39 votes) |
Songcatcher — FAQ
Is Songcatcher worth watching? Songcatcher holds a 6.2/10 rating from 39 viewers. After being denied a promotion at the university where she teaches, Doctor Lily Penleric, a brilliant musicologist, impulsively visits her sister, who runs a struggling rural school in Appalachia. There she stumbles upon
Who directed Songcatcher? Directed by Maggie Greenwald.
Who is in the cast of Songcatcher? It stars Janet McTeer, Michael Goodwin, Gregory Russell Cook, Jane Adams, E. Katherine Kerr, Emmy Rossum and more.
Where can I stream Songcatcher? Streaming availability for Songcatcher is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did Songcatcher release? It released in 2001.
