Todd Haynes, 1998, USA
The flash and excess of the Glamrock era form the backdrop for this tale of the rise and fall of a superstar and the scandal surrounding his murder. Inspired by rock icons David Bowie and Iggy Pop, the film employs a Citizen Kane-like structure to unlock a secret mystery. A feast for the eyes and ears, Velvet Goldmine explores ambition, remembrance, fandom, and, above all, style. 124 min.