Rock n' Roll Nerd
“He always dreamed of being a star. but he learned piano instead of guitar”
Synopsis
ROCK N ROLL NERD is an intimate tale that charts Tim Minchin’s meteoric rise from obscurity to celebrity. Capturing every moment of Tim’s first frenzied break onto the comedy scene the documentary weaves never-before-seen performance footage, backstage antics, home footage and candid interviews into a funny and deeply personal story of love and ambition.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Melbourne International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rhian Skirving
- Screenplay & Story
- Rhian Skirving
- Original Score
- Jan Skubiszewski, Harry James Angus
- Original Title
- Rock n' Roll Nerd
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Studios
- Film Victoria, Australian Film Commission, Australian Broadcasting Corporation, MIFF Premiere Fund, Letterbox Films (AU)
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rhian Skirving
Rhian Skirving
Jan Skubiszewski, Harry James Angus
Rhian Skirving
Jane Usher
Lizzette Atkins, Rhian Skirving
Department Leadership Roster
Lizzette Atkins
Producer
Rhian Skirving
Screenplay
Rhian Skirving
Director
Jane Usher
Editor
Rhian Skirving
Director of Photography
Rhian Skirving
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rock n' Roll Nerd
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What is Rock n' Roll Nerd about?
ROCK N ROLL NERD is an intimate tale that charts Tim Minchin’s meteoric rise from obscurity to celebrity. Capturing every moment of Tim’s first frenzied break onto the comedy scene the documentary weaves never-before-seen performance footage, backstage antics, home footage and candid interviews into a funny and deeply personal story of love and ambition.
Who directed Rock n' Roll Nerd?
Rock n' Roll Nerd was directed by Rhian Skirving.
Who stars in Rock n' Roll Nerd?
The principal cast of Rock n' Roll Nerd includes Tim Minchin.
When was Rock n' Roll Nerd released and how long is it?
Rock n' Roll Nerd was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
Who composed the musical score for Rock n' Roll Nerd?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Rock n' Roll Nerd was composed by Jan Skubiszewski, Harry James Angus.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Rock n' Roll Nerd?
Rock n' Roll Nerd holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.).