Velvet Goldmine

1998 • 119 minutes

À propos de ce film

Starring Ewan McGregor (MOULIN ROUGE, TRAINSPOTTING) and Jonathan Rhys Meyers (THE GOVERNESS, MICHAEL COLLINS) -- executive producer Michael Stipe of R.E.M. presents this electrifying journey through rock 'n' roll's most outrageous era! It's been 10 years since glam-rock superstar Brian Slade (Meyers) faked his own death and vanished from the spotlight. Now, it's the job of an investigative reporter, Arthur Stuart, to locate this living legend and uncover the truth behind his disappearance! Through the course of Stuart's investigation, you're taken for a wild, all-access guided tour back into a vibrant music scene ... for an uncompromising look at the flamboyance and excesses of its larger-than-life stars! Acclaimed by critics, VELVET GOLDMINE also earned an Award of Merit at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival!

Notes et avis

Tells the thinly veiled story of David Bowie and his relationship with Iggy Pop and other glam rock icons of the time. Told through the eyes of a typical British teen of the era who finds himself going on a decade long journey of self discovery. He is witness to the tumultuous changes in politics and music happening around him and searches for the truth. Great soundtrack, subtle but memorable performances. An underrated gem.

Actually a close second to Night of the Hunter in my opinion, but more contemporary I guess. I LOVE THIS MOVIE... It's basically the readaptation of the glam rock scene stories, with homage paid to Bowie, Iggy Pop, Marc Bolan, etc. GREAT soundtrack, GREAT cinematography, GREAT acting, and EWAN MCGREGOR'S PENIS... No joke... watch it

An experience. Cult like film. Must watch at least once. Whew!!