9 Songs (2004) movie poster

9 Songs (2004)

"2 lovers, one summer, and the 9 songs that defined them."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 55%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 33% (RT: 23%, MC: 43) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Runtime
1h 10m
Country
United Kingdom
Language
English
TMDB Rating
5.5/10 (568 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
23%
Metacritic
43
Cast
Courtney Taylor-Taylor as Himself - The Dandy Warhols (uncredited)
Alex Kapranos as Himself - Franz Ferdinand (uncredited)
Guy Garvey as Himself - Elbow (uncredited)
Robert Levon Been as Himself - Black Rebel Motorcycle Club (uncredited)
Peter Hayes as Himself - Black Rebel Motorcycle Club (uncredited)
Gruff Rhys as Himself - Super Furry Animals (uncredited)
It's divisive. Only 55% of audiences liked it based on 568 votes. Critics scored it lower at 33%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
Matt, a young glaciologist, soars across the vast, silent, icebound immensities of the South Pole as he recalls his love affair with Lisa. They meet at a mobbed rock concert in a vast music hall - London's Brixton Academy. They are in bed at night's end. Together, over a period of several months, they pursue a mutual sexual passion whose inevitable stages unfold in counterpoint to nine live-concert songs. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Kieran O'Brien spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • Michael Winterbottom cited several classic drama films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • The iconic poster for 9 Songs was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
Audience Consensus

9 Songs is a 2004 drama, music, romance film directed by Michael Winterbottom. Matt, a young glaciologist, soars across the vast, silent, icebound immensities of the South Pole as he recalls his love affair with Lisa. They meet at a mobbed rock concert in a vast music hall - London's Brixton Academy.

They are in bed at night's end. Together, over a period of several months, they pursue a mutual sexual passion whose inevitable stages unfold in counterpoint to nine live-concert songs. The film has been rated by 568 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a drama film, 9 Songs delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. 9 Songs (2004) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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