David Garrett is Paganini! First pictures from Der Teufelsgeiger
Der Teufelsgeiger (which translates as 'The Devil's Violinist') is an epic new film that sees superstar violinist David Garrett play the role of Paganini - and here are the first pictures of the movie itself, which is released in October.
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1. The Devil's Violin
Rockstar violinist David Garrett shines as Niccolo Paganini in an intense performance.
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2. Paganini and his manager, Urbani
The two take a stroll...
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3. Urbani and John Watson
Manager Urbani conspires with John Watson (played by Christian Mckay).
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4. Elizabeth Wells and John Watson
Elizabeth Wells (played by Veronica Ferres) tries to convince concert promoter John Watson that Paganini would be perfect for one of his shows.
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5. Eagerly awaiting Paginini
A journalist, played by Joely Richardson, eagerly waits for Paganini's arrival in London.
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6. The Watsons expect Paganini
It seems everyone is desperate for Paganini to arrive in London...
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7. Paganini hits the pub
Niccolo Paganini (David Garrett) entertains the masses in a grubby London pub. This is before he headed out to Clapham Inferno's, obviously.
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8. Paganini and Charlotte Watson
Paganini gets a little closer to Charlotte Watson.
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9. Urbani and Primrose Blackstone
Urbani (Jared Harris) and Primrose Blackstone (Olivia D'Abo) share a tense moment.
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10. An incredible show
Niccolo Paganini stuns the London audiences with his devilish brand of playing.
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11. Paganini and Charlotte Watson
Paganini shows Charlotte Watson a composition that he has recently finished.
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12. A romantic duet?
A key scene with David Garrett as Paganini, playing a duet with Charlotte Watson.
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13. Urbani conspires with Charlotte Watson
Paganini's manager tries to keep Charlotte Watson (Andrea Deck) sweet.
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14. Urbani
Jared Harris, well-known for playing Lane Pryce in Mad Men, plays Paganini's manager Urbani in Der Teufelsgeiger.