Shine(1996)
“A true story of the mystery of music and the miracle of love”
Overview
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.
Director
Scott Hicks
Studio
Fine Line Features
Budget
$6M
Revenue
$36M
Cast
Geoffrey Rush
as David as an adult
Noah Taylor
as David as an adolescent
Armin Mueller-Stahl
as Peter
Lynn Redgrave
as Gillian
Googie Withers
as Katharine Susannah Prichard
Sonia Todd
as Sylvia
Nicholas Bell
as Ben Rosen
John Gielgud
as Cecil Parkes
Justin Braine
as Tony
Chris Haywood
as Sam
Alex Rafalowicz
as David as a child
Gordon Poole
as Eisteddfod Presenter
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1996
Runtime
1h 45m
Language
English
Rating
7.4 / 10
Budget
$6M
Box Office
$36M
Production Companies
Fine Line Features • Film Victoria • South Australian Feature Film Company
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Shine?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Shine (1996).
What is Shine 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 directed Shine?▼
Shine was directed by Scott Hicks and released in 1996. It is a drama film.
How long is Shine?▼
Shine has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).
Who stars in Shine?▼
The cast of Shine includes Geoffrey Rush as David as an adult, Noah Taylor as David as an adolescent, Armin Mueller-Stahl as Peter, Lynn Redgrave as Gillian, Googie Withers as Katharine Susannah Prichard and more.
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