Hedwig and the Angry Inch

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First time viewed: Yes
Current Release: No
Watched With: Myself

So much talk of rock musicals of late, I had always intended to watch this but have only now gotten around to it. It plays more like rock cabaret than musical. The story is told through the songs which are in turn, performed at various small gigs.

It's a funny little story and Hedwig's character is fascinating, played with gusto by John Cameron Mitchell, who also adapted and directed the film from the off-broadway show he helped create. I can't imagine anything much further from Rabbit Hole but that's his latest feature and they are worlds apart in style and content.

I liked the little animated segments, they were nicely done and clarify themes in the story. They also help a great deal in interpreting the ending which slowly becomes this metaphysical dream.

I've never been that big into rock and roll music but the songs weren't horrible, always a plus. I'm a fan of Michael Pitt too, nice to see him show up. Overall an enjoyable film with some very funny bits, great characters and a thought provoking ending.