Shine
1996, Film, 105 min, Biography, Drama, Music, English, Australia, MoviePedia score 79
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.
Directed by Scott Hicks
Cast
- Geoffrey Rush as David Helfgott - Adult
- Armin Mueller-Stahl as Peter
- Justin Braine as Tony
- Sonia Todd as Sylvia
- Chris Haywood as Sam
- Alex Rafalowicz as David Helfgott - Child
- Gordon Poole as Eisteddfod Presenter
- Nicholas Bell as Ben Rosen
- Danielle Cox as Suzie - Child
- Rebecca Gooden as Margaret
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