Mystify: Michael Hutchence

2019 1h 42m EN

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★7.2TMDB · 55

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Synopsis

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Michael Hutchence was flying high as the lead singer of the legendary rock band INXS until his untimely death in 1997. Richard Lowenstein’s documentary examines Hutchence’s deeply felt life through his many loves and demons.

“Some stories are better left unspoiled.”

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Cast

Michael Hutchence
Self (archive footage)
Kylie Minogue
Self
Helena Christensen
Self
Bono
Self
Noel Gallagher
Self (archive footage)
Michele Bennett
Self
Liam Gallagher
Self (archive footage)
Dennis Farriss
Self

Credits

Behind the camera

Director: Richard Lowenstein
Writers: Richard Lowenstein
Languages: English
Countries: Australia

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Released 7 years ago.

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DIRECTOR

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Directed by Richard Lowenstein, shot by Andrew de Groot. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.

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DIRECTOR

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Original score by Warren Ellis. Worth a dedicated listen after — most great films lose half their impact without the score.

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DIRECTOR

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Editor Richard Lowenstein shaped the rhythm. On an edit-heavy film, the editor does more to control your pulse than the director.

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CAST

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Michael Hutchence and Kylie Minogue and Helena Christensen carry the top of the cast.

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WILD

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IMDB entry: tt5938950 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.

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7 / 7

WILD

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Only 55 TMDB ratings — you're getting ahead of the curve on this one.

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The take

Richard Lowenstein directs. Andrew de Groot behind the camera. Warren Ellis scores. Richard Lowenstein cuts. Produced in Australia. Dialogue in English.

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1Released 7 years ago.
2Directed by Richard Lowenstein, shot by Andrew de Groot. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.
3Original score by Warren Ellis. Worth a dedicated listen after — most great films lose half their impact without the score.
4Editor Richard Lowenstein shaped the rhythm. On an edit-heavy film, the editor does more to control your pulse than the director.
5Michael Hutchence and Kylie Minogue and Helena Christensen carry the top of the cast.
6IMDB entry: tt5938950 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.
7Only 55 TMDB ratings — you're getting ahead of the curve on this one.
8Classified under 12 themes, including "depression", "suicide", "rock star", "home video".

The technical file

Cinematography: Andrew de Groot
Original score: Warren Ellis
Editing: Richard Lowenstein
Sound: Mick Boraso
Runtime: 102 min · 1h 42m
Aspect ratio (typical): 1.37:1 (Academy)
Status: Released
Original language: EN
IMDB: Mystify: Michael Hutchence (2019)

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SWITCH.2019-06-07
★ 7/10
Because of the type of person Hutchence was, as soon as we first see him in the film you are instantly connected to the film - those big eyes that just make you feel warm, safe, and happy. Whatever the emotion you feel, it’s clear that his charm and impact on people will not wane. That’s why in 2019, a documentary about him still is a cause for interest - he's an icon who's still adored by millions. Even though the documentary isn’t perfect, I still highly recommend seeing it, whether to hear those songs again, remember the legend, or even to learn something new. Michael Hutchence’s story had a tragic ending, but it’s important to discover more about the person behind the headlines and learn the lesson once again about life in the public eye. - Chris dos Santos Read Chris' full article... https://www.maketheswitch.com.au/article/review-mystify-michael-hutchence-inxs-lead-singer-still-touching-hearts-years-after-his-death Head to https://www.maketheswitch.com.au/sff for more Sydney Film Festival reviews.

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