Música had its world premiere at South by Southwest on March 14, 2024, and was released by Amazon Prime Video on April 4, 2024. It is based on a real life story partly inspired by Rudy's own authentic experience.[4]
Premise
Rudy is a young man plagued by synesthesia in his head. He gets distracted from his relationships and studies due to symphony of everyday sounds and noises.[5]
He struggles to balance his artistic pursuits, like puppetry and music, with the expectations of his mother Maria to embrace his Brazilian heritage in Newark, New Jersey and find a more stable career path.[2][6]
When she has long-term boyfriend Rudy breaks up with her, his mother sets him up with other Brazilian women. However, Rudy ends up meeting and falling for Isabella, a fellow Brazilian American who understands and values his synesthetic experience.[7][8]
The film follows Rudy as he navigates through a love triangle, seeking a balance between his artistic dreams and his commitment to his family and cultural heritage.[6][7]
Música had its world premiere at South by Southwest on March 13, 2024.[12][13]It was released in the United States on April 4, 2024.[14]
Reception
On the review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes, 96% of 48 critics' reviews are positive, with an average rating of 7.8/10. The website's consensus reads: "Rudy Mancuso's use of magical realism elevates Música, infusing its familiar narrative framework with a bracingly personal touch."[15]
