Music of the Heart

US (1999): Drama

The true story of a young teacher (Meryl Streep) who fights against the board of education in her bid to teach underprivileged kids in a Harlem school the beauty of music through the violin. In her struggle she loses everything as the system comes down on her with all its might, but her determination for the kids' happiness helps her to battle back with wonderfully inspirational results. Directed by Wes Craven. Partially inspired by the 1995 documentary Small Wonders. (IMDb)


· Best Perfprmance by an Actress in a Leading Role 1999: Meryl Streep
· Achievement in Music (Original Song) 1999: "Music of My Heart" Music & Lyric by Diane Warren

2 nominations