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Deep Dive: Mystify: Michael Hutchence (2019)

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Mystify: Michael Hutchence
Mystify: Michael Hutchence is a documentary about the life of Michael Hutchence, the lead vocalist of INXS. It features rare archive footage, private home videos, and audio commentary from friends, family, and band members. The film captures significant moments in Hutchence's life, including his relationships with Kylie Minogue and Helena Christensen, and the impact of a traumatic incident in Copenhagen that led to a permanent loss of smell and taste. The documentary was directed by Richard Lowenstein, who had previously worked with Hutchence. It premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival on April 25, 2019, and was released in Australia on July 4, 2019. The film includes interviews and recollections from various people in Hutchence's life, culminating in a performance by INXS at Wembley Stadium, with the song 'Mystify' playing over the credits.

Why Watch

  • •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.

Perfect For

INXS fansMusic documentary loversAustralian film enthusiasts