9 Songs poster

9 Songs (2004)

"2 lovers, one summer, and the 9 songs that defined them."

5.520041h 10mEN
DramaMusicRomance

Directed by Michael Winterbottom

Rating

5.5/10

Runtime

1h 10m

Language

EN

Release

July 16, 2004

Director

Michael Winterbottom

Official Trailer

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Official Trailer

Overview

Matt, a young glaciologist, soars across the vast, silent, icebound immensities of the South Pole as he recalls his love affair with Lisa. They meet at a mobbed rock concert in a vast music hall - London's Brixton Academy. They are in bed at night's end. Together, over a period of several months, th...

Top Cast

Kieran O'BrienMargo StilleyCourtney Taylor-TaylorAlex KapranosGuy GarveyRobert Levon Been

Cast

Kieran O'Brien

Kieran O'Brien

Matt

Margo Stilley

Margo Stilley

Lisa

Courtney Taylor-Taylor

Courtney Taylor-Taylor

Himself - The Dandy Warhols (uncredited)

Alex Kapranos

Alex Kapranos

Himself - Franz Ferdinand (uncredited)

Guy Garvey

Guy Garvey

Himself - Elbow (uncredited)

Robert Levon Been

Robert Levon Been

Himself - Black Rebel Motorcycle Club (uncredited)

Peter Hayes

Peter Hayes

Himself - Black Rebel Motorcycle Club (uncredited)

Gruff Rhys

Gruff Rhys

Himself - Super Furry Animals (uncredited)

Jason Stollsteimer

Jason Stollsteimer

Himself - The Von Bondies (uncredited)

Marcie Bolen

Marcie Bolen

Herself - The Von Bondies (uncredited)

Michael Nyman

Michael Nyman

Himself (uncredited)

Bobby Gillespie

Bobby Gillespie

Himself - Primal Scream (uncredited)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into 9 Songs (2004), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Matt, a young glaciologist, soars across the vast, silent, icebound immensities of the South Pole as he recalls his love affair with Lisa. They meet at a mobbed rock concert in a vast music hall - London's Brixton Academy. They are in bed at night's end. Together, over a period of several months, they pursue a mutual sexual passion whose inevitable stages unfold in counterpoint to nine live-concert songs.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of 9 Songs. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

The ending explained below clarifies the character motivations and the symbolic meaning of the final scenes that might have left some viewers puzzled.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals. If you are looking for an <strong>OTT release</strong> or want to experience the <strong>full story</strong>, this is a must-watch.

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