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Velvet Goldmine - 1998
6.885
Leave your expectations at the door
Overview:
Almost a decade since larger-than-life glam-rock enigma Brian Slade disappeared from public eye, an investigative journalist is on assignment to uncover the truth behind his former idol.
Status: Released
Release: 1998-08-28
Runtime: 123 minutes
Ratings: 6.885
Vote Counts: 517
Budget: 9000000 $
Revenue: 4300000 $
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