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Rubbings From A Live Man
New Zealand 2008, 75 minutes
Dir. Florian Habicht
English
Genres: Documentary / Arts & Artists, LGBT, Performing Arts
Aroview: Film-maker Florian Habicht finds the perfect portrait subject in Warwick Broadhead, a fiercely independent, 40-year veteran of performing arts, whose remarkable career sprawls from suburban NZ living to free-spirited San Francisco and back again.
In a gorgeous conceit, the chameleonic actor tells his own story through a myriad of colourful alter-egos, who each try to offer insight into the real "Warwick". The close affinity of subject and director provides a rewarding balance, with warmth, eccentricity, generosity and creativity evident in abundance in both men.
Member Reviews
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4 stars (Very Good) ~normfilmbuff
5 stars (Exceptional) A classic NZ film inspired by some of the most creative minds in NZ theatre and film! Depth, meaning and humanity. ~Anon
5 stars (Exceptional) A treat for theatre heads! Habicht's (and Broadhead) paracinematic offering as art and archive of Warwick Broadhead's rich history in performance and life. Broadhead holds almost nothing back! ~Dr_'n'
Reference Links: Rubbings From A Live Man NZ On Screen film review.
DVD Features
- audio commentary
- cast and/or crew interviews
- aspect ratio: 16:9
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