Mystify: Michael Hutchence
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Michael Hutchence's life is explored through rare home videos, personal accounts from friends and family, and key moments like his relationship with Kylie Minogue.
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Michael Hutchence's life unfolds through rare home videos and archival footage. The documentary features personal accounts from friends, family, and INXS band members, including Bono and Andrew Farriss. Key moments include Hutchence's relationship with Kylie Minogue and a critical incident in Copenhagen that led to permanent injuries. "Mystify: Michael Hutchence," directed by Richard Lowenstein, premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival on April 25, 2019, and was released in Australia on July 4, 2019.
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The GuardianFootage shot by the INXS frontman and his circle illuminates his life and death.
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- See rare footage of Hutchence with Kylie Minogue.
- Find out about Hutchence's injury in Copenhagen.
- Meet Hutchence's family and friends sharing personal stories.
Did You Know
- Mystify premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival on April 25, 2019.
- The film was released in Australia on July 4, 2019.
- Hutchence lost his sense of smell and taste after an incident in Copenhagen.
- The film was nominated for Best Music Film at the NME Awards on February 12, 2020.
- The documentary has a duration of 102 minutes.
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Who directed the documentary Mystify: Michael Hutchence?
Richard Lowenstein directed the documentary Mystify: Michael Hutchence.
When did Mystify: Michael Hutchence have its world premiere?
Mystify: Michael Hutchence had its world premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival on 25 April 2019.
What injury did Michael Hutchence sustain while cycling in Copenhagen?
Michael Hutchence sustained a head injury after being shoved to the ground by a taxi driver, resulting in a permanent loss of sense of smell and taste.
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