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Hedwig and the Angry Inch (2001)

"An anatomically incorrect rock odyssey"

7.520011h 35mEN
ComedyMusicDrama

Directed by John Cameron Mitchell

Rating

7.5/10

Runtime

1h 35m

Language

EN

Release

July 20, 2001

Director

John Cameron Mitchell

Official Trailer

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Overview

Raised a boy in East Berlin, Hedwig undergoes a personal transformation in order to emigrate to the U.S., where she reinvents herself as an 'internationally ignored' but divinely talented rock diva, inhabiting a 'beautiful gender of one'.

Cast

John Cameron Mitchell

John Cameron Mitchell

Hedwig

Miriam Shor

Miriam Shor

Yitzhak

Stephen Trask

Stephen Trask

Skszp

Theodore Liscinski

Theodore Liscinski

Jacek

Rob Campbell

Rob Campbell

Krzysztof

Michael Aronov

Michael Aronov

Schlatko

Andrea Martin

Andrea Martin

Phyllis Stein

Ben Mayer-Goodman

Ben Mayer-Goodman

Hansel - 6 years old

Alberta Watson

Alberta Watson

Hansel's Mom

Gene Pyrz

Gene Pyrz

Hansel's Dad

Michael Pitt

Michael Pitt

Tommy Gnosis

Karen Hines

Karen Hines

Tommy's Publicist

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Hedwig and the Angry Inch (2001), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Raised a boy in East Berlin, Hedwig undergoes a personal transformation in order to emigrate to the U.S., where she reinvents herself as an 'internationally ignored' but divinely talented rock diva, inhabiting a 'beautiful gender of one'.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Hedwig and the Angry Inch. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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