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Velvet Goldmine (1998)

โ€œLeave your expectations at the doorโ€

6.9/10 ยท 558 votes 2h 3m r DramaMusic

#49 of 123 films from 1998 #2014 of 3759 in drama

Directed by Todd Haynes ยท Written by Todd Haynes, James Lyons

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Overview

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.

Cast

Ewan McGregoras Curt Wild
Jonathan Rhys Meyersas Brian Slade
Toni Colletteas Mandy Slade
Christian Baleas Arthur Stuart
Suzy Eddie Izzardas Jerry Devine
Emily Woofas Shannon
Michael Feastas Cecil
Janet McTeeras Female Narrator (voice)
Mairead McKinleyas Wilde Housemaid
Luke Morgan Oliveras Oscar Wilde (8)
Osheen Jonesas Jack Fairy (7)
Micko Westmorelandas Jack Fairy
Damian Suchetas BBC Reporter
Danny Nuttas Kissing Sailor

Facts

Release dateAugust 28, 1998
Runtime123 min (2h 3m) โ€” longer as the 1998 average of 109 min
GenresDrama, Music
LanguageEN
Budget$9,000,000
Box office$4,300,000 (0.5ร— budget)
IMDbtt0120879

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Questions

How long is Velvet Goldmine?
Velvet Goldmine runs 123 minutes (2h 3m).
Is Velvet Goldmine worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.9/10 across 558 votes, which places it #49 of 123 films released in 1998 in this index (top 61%) and #2014 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed Velvet Goldmine?
Velvet Goldmine was directed by Todd Haynes. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Dark Waters (2019), Carol (2015), Far from Heaven (2002).
Who stars in Velvet Goldmine?
Ewan McGregor as Curt Wild; Jonathan Rhys Meyers as Brian Slade; Toni Collette as Mandy Slade; Christian Bale as Arthur Stuart; Suzy Eddie Izzard as Jerry Devine; Emily Woof as Shannon.
What is Velvet Goldmine rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Velvet Goldmine?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/18390.

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