The words get in the way.

Rating: Null/10 (28 April 2000)

I know nothing about glam rock. So I found myself viewing Velvet Goldmine as a fairy tale--in which context it works, resting on stunning visuals and aided by some terrific performances. Jonathan Rhys Meyers was unfortunately overshadowed by his co- stars, but then nearly anyone would be. Ewan Macgregor's Curt Wild is powerful, heartbreaking and (not coincidentally) has an eerie resemblance to Kurt Cobain which brings the film home to a generation more familiar with grunge than glam. Christian Bale was my main reason for renting this film, and he doesn't disappoint: his final scenes with MacGregor are superb.