Shine (1996)
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- Synopsis
- The true story of a gifted Australian piano prodigy, this biographical drama was nominated for seven Oscars, with actor Geoffrey Rush winning for Best Actor. Rush stars as David Helfgott, a pianist with a history of mental problems....
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- Starring
- Armin Mueller-Stahl, Noah Taylor, Geoffrey Rush, Lynn Redgrave, John Gielgud
- Director(s)
- Scott Hicks
- MPAA Rating
- PG-13
- Runtime
- 105 min.
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Critic Reviews
Chicago Sun-Times | Roger EbertAdd Critic to Favorites
The fact that David Helfgott lived the outlines of these events--that he triumphed, that he fell, that he came slowly back--adds an enormous weight of meaning to the film.Read the full review
Los Angeles Times | Kenneth TuranAdd Critic to Favorites
Popular filmmaking at its smartest and most persuasive.Read the full review
San Francisco Chronicle | Edward GuthmannAdd Critic to Favorites
Delivers a full emotional palette without undue sentimentalizing.Read the full review
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