The Devil's Violinist (2015): Ratings, Box Office & Plot

When approached by a supporter with a promise to finance his musical ambitions, Niccolo Paganini is drawn to the lavish lifestyle that Urbani, his promoter, offers. Eager to escape his financial troubles, he eagerly signs a contract that binds him to perform as per Urbani’s schedule. However, despite this apparent reprieve, Paganini finds himself unable to resist the allure of gambling, which leads him to even challenge Urbani’s ability to support him. At a local gambling house, he walks in with empty pockets and, astonishingly, wagers his cherished violin at the card table. The owner suggests that he could play to entertain the patrons instead, but Paganini defiantly retorts, > “I am nobody’s servant.” The gamble backfires, resulting in him losing the very instrument that symbolizes his talent.