Velvet Goldmine

~Leave your expectations at the door

Overview

Almost a decade since larger-than-life glam-rock enigma Brian Slade disappeared from public eye, an investigative journalist is on assignment to uncover the truth behind his former idol.

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General Information

Release Date: 1998-08-28
Budget: $9000000
Revenue: $4300000
Runtime: 123 min

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