Jimmy Somerville, rebelle queer de la pop anglaise
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With his soaring falsetto and magnetic yet understated stage presence, Jimmy Somerville burst onto the 1980s new wave scene, making the world dance to songs rooted in struggle and resilience. From the harsh realities of Glasgow’s working-class neighborhoods to the challenges of growing up gay in a hostile world, and the devastating impact of the AIDS crisis, Somerville transformed pain into anthems of freedom. First with Bronski Beat, then The Communards, and later as a solo artist, he became both rebel and diva—the unmistakable voice of a generation fighting for equality. Through intimate stories from those who have stood by him for four decades, this portrait reveals a rare artist who has never wavered in his convictions.
Status: Released
Released Date: 2025-05-07
Runtime: 52 mins
Director: Olivier Simonnet
Spoken language: Deutsch, English, Français
Genres: Documentary, Music
Original title: Jimmy Somerville, rebelle queer de la pop anglaise
Production Companies: 13prods, ARTE, Histoire TV, Pop'Films, Sacem, PROCIREP, ANGOA, RTS, Ale Kino+, Planète+ Poland, Channel 8 Hot
Production Countries: France
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