# WHAM! (2023)

> A bright, affectionate archive-driven portrait of Wham!'s meteoric pop career and the friendship that powered it.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/1110671

## Facts

- Runtime: 92 min
- Genres: Documentary, Music
- Director: Chris Smith
- Cast: Andrew Ridgeley, George Michael, Elton John, David Bowie, Mick Jagger, Sting, Freddie Mercury, Paul McCartney
- TMDB rating: 7.3/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt27726927/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: mild
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: nostalgic, uplifting, heartfelt, nostalgia night, music movie night

## Synopsis

A nostalgic look back at the rise of two best friends who became pop legends.

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