# Shine (1996)

> A gifted Australian pianist struggles to reclaim his music and identity after paternal abuse and a devastating psychological collapse.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/3880

## Facts

- Runtime: 105 min
- Genres: Drama
- Director: Scott Hicks
- Cast: Geoffrey Rush, Noah Taylor, Armin Mueller-Stahl, Lynn Redgrave, Googie Withers, Sonia Todd, Nicholas Bell, John Gielgud
- TMDB rating: 7.4/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0117631/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: none
- Mood: melancholic, intense, sincere, reflective evening, classical music night

## Synopsis

A haunting journey through the mind of a musical genius battling his demons.

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