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Movie poster: Velvet Goldmine (1998)
🎬 Movie

Velvet Goldmine

1998 · 123 min Drama Music
6.9 / 10 · TMDB

Almost a decade since larger-than-life glam-rock enigma Brian Slade disappeared from public eye, an investigative journalist is on assignment to uncover the truth behind his former idol.

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📋 Film Details

Year 1998
Country United Kingdom, United States of America
Genre Drama, Music
Director Todd Haynes
Runtime 123 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.9/10 (537 votes)

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film doesn't rush. It trusts the viewer — gives time to inhabit the characters, understand what's really happening. Direction here serves the actors rather than overwhelming them.

This film doesn't entertain — it speaks. If you're ready for that, it'll leave a mark. If not — it'll seem slow.

A good choice for those who value subtle direction and honest performance.

Director: Todd Haynes

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Unhurried, on a weekday evening. Put down the phone, let the film work.

🎭 Cast

Ewan McGregor

Ewan McGregor

Curt Wild

Jonathan Rhys Meyers

Jonathan Rhys Meyers

Brian Slade

Toni Collette

Toni Collette

Mandy Slade

Christian Bale

Christian Bale

Arthur Stuart

Eddie Izzard

Eddie Izzard

Jerry Devine

Emily Woof

Emily Woof

Shannon

Michael Feast

Michael Feast

Cecil

Janet McTeer

Janet McTeer

Female Narrator (voice)

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Mairead McKinley

Wilde Housemaid

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Luke Morgan Oliver

Oscar Wilde (8)

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