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Hedwig’s 25th: Raw Truth, Queer Rock | Adelaide News
Hedwig and the Angry Inch turns 25, and John Cameron Mitchell is bringing the cult classic to Melbourne with a wild, stoned director’s commentary — no spoilers, but plenty of heart. Once a box office flop, this raw, queer rock odyssey became a cultural touchstone through word-of-mouth, fueled by its unfiltered authenticity from ’90s New York’s queer underground. Mitchell defends casting flexibility, arguing Hedwig’s power lies in embracing every outsider — not just trans actors. Rooted in rebellion and Bowie’s spirit, his work still rages against oppression, proving art remains our sharpest…
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