The High Note

Set in the dazzling world of the LA music scene comes the story of Grace Davis, a superstar whose talent, and ego, have reached unbelievable heights. Maggie is Grace’s overworked personal assistant who’s stuck running errands, but still aspires to her childhood dream of becoming a music producer. When Grace’s manager presents her with a choice that could alter the course of her career, Maggie and Grace come up with a plan that could change their lives forever.

Critics broadly found the film comfortably acted and appealing as light viewing, while noting that it remains constrained by familiar rom-com formulas and an unfocused script.

• Maggie works as Grace Davis's overburdened personal assistant while Grace controls the terms of her career and public identity.
• Grace and Maggie each confront choices that could redirect their careers rather than simply preserving the status quo.
• The story moves through the working ecosystem surrounding a superstar singer, her assistant, producers, and career decisions.
• Music-making and performance provide the film's central moments of personal expression and professional stakes.

• Begin Againmusic-industry drama with an ambitious assistant, accessible romantic-comedy elements, and a warm feel-good register
• A Star Is Bornbehind-the-scenes music storytelling, career reinvention, and emotionally generous performances
• Morning Glorylight workplace romance centered on professional ambition, personal growth, and charismatic lead chemistry

Director

Nisha Ganatra

Release Date

2020-06-10

Runtime

113 min

Rating

7.0 / 10 (481)

What is The High Note about?

A superstar and the assistant who quietly sustains her career must decide whether ambition means protecting the present or risking a new future.

What is The High Note like to watch?

Ember's analysis rates the pacing of The High Note as measured, its intensity as mild and its storytelling as easy to follow.

Is The High Note violent?

No — Ember's analysis finds no violence in The High Note.

What did critics think of The High Note?

Critics broadly found the film comfortably acted and appealing as light viewing, while noting that it remains constrained by familiar rom-com formulas and an unfocused script.

Which films are like The High Note?

Films with a similar feel include Begin Again, A Star Is Born, and Morning Glory.

How long is The High Note?

The High Note runs 113 minutes.

Where can I watch The High Note?

In United States, The High Note streams on Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Amazon MX Player.