Velvet Goldmine (1998)

  • R
  • 10/26/1998 (US)
  • Drama, Music
  • 2h 3m

The secret of becoming a star is knowing how to behave like one.

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.

Todd Haynes

Director, Screenplay, Story

James Lyons

Story

Cast

Ewan McGregor's headshot

Ewan McGregor

Curt Wild
Jonathan Rhys Meyers's headshot

Jonathan Rhys Meyers

Brian Slade
Toni Collette's headshot

Toni Collette

Mandy Slade
Christian Bale's headshot

Christian Bale

Arthur Stuart
Eddie Izzard's headshot

Eddie Izzard

Jerry Devine
Emily Woof's headshot

Emily Woof

Shannon
Michael Feast's headshot

Michael Feast

Cecil
Janet McTeer's headshot

Janet McTeer

Female Narrator (voice)

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