LIZA: A Truly Terrific Absolutely True Story
Born in a red sequined dress and belting out a tune, the one-and-only Liza Minnelli takes centre stage in this dazzling profile of an enduring gay icon and Hollywood survivor.
A rich tapestry of archival footage deftly charts Liza’s ups and downs, focusing on one blazing decade (the ‘70s) when she won a Tony, an Emmy and an Oscar. Interviews with loyal friends Mia Farrow, Michael Feinstein and Joel Grey highlight her talent, energy and sheer grit (and skewer an ex-husband or two). Featuring moving tributes to her legendary parents, as well as mentors including Kay Thompson, Bob Fosse and Halston, by the end you’ll be full of admiration for the legendary Liza with a Z – and itching to see Cabaret on the big screen!
Australian Premiere
“Liza Minnelli’s life proves as radiant as her art in Bruce David Klein’s scintillating documentary.”
— Variety
“A gorgeous portrait of a legendary showbiz survivor, warmly celebratory but also unquestionably authentic.”
— The Hollywood Reporter
“As close to the thrilling magic of one of Minnelli’s stage shows as most of us are ever likely to get.”
— The Wrap
Eager to revisit (or discover) Liza’s Academy Award-winning performance? Don’t miss our retrospective screening of Cabaret, on Thursday 20 February.
- Unclassified 15+
- 104
- Documentary Feature
- Documentary Profile
- USA
- English
About LIZA: A Truly Terrific Absolutely True Story
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Community
Gay Men -
Director
Bruce David Klein -
Writer
Bruce David Klein -
Cast
Liza Minnelli -
Producer
Bruce David Klein Alexander J. Goldstein Robert Rich Dana Craig -
Company Credits
Courtesy of: Madman Films -
Program Strand
For the love of Music QueerDOC -
Blurb Writer
Madeleine Doyle