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Shine

PG-1319961h 45mScott Hicks
IMDb 7.6 · Rotten Tomatoes 91% · Metacritic 87

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"A true story of the mystery of music and the miracle of love"

Pianist David Helfgott, driven by his father and teachers, has a breakdown. Years later he returns to the piano, to popular if not critical acclaim.

Drama
AustraliaLetterChild ProdigyBiographyJumpingPianistConcert HallBreakdownPiano1950s

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Frequently asked questions

What is Shine (1996) about?

Pianist David Helfgott, driven by his father and teachers, has a breakdown. Years later he returns to the piano, to popular if not critical acclaim.

Who stars in Shine?

Shine stars Geoffrey Rush (David Helfgott - Adult), Noah Taylor (David Helfgott - Adolescent), Armin Mueller-Stahl (Peter), Lynn Redgrave (Gillian), Googie Withers (Katharine Susannah Prichard). The film was directed by Scott Hicks.

How long is Shine?

Shine has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1996. It is rated PG-13.

Is Shine worth watching?

Shine holds an IMDb rating of 7.6/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 91. Fans of Drama are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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