Devdas
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Moulin Rouge!
A dizzying, kaleidoscopic spectacle that sweeps you up in its frantic energy and lush romance, then leaves you heartbroken.
About 2001 film directed by Baz Luhrmann
Genres drama, musical, romance, melodrama, dance
Directed by Baz Luhrmann
Written by Baz Luhrmann, Craig Pearce
Starring Nicole Kidman, Kylie Minogue, Ozzy Osbourne, Ewan McGregor, Plácido Domingo, John Leguizamo, Jim Broadbent, David Wenham
Music Craig Armstrong, Jack Nitzsche
Runtime 127 min
Country United States, Australia
Links Wikipedia · IMDb · Letterboxd · Wikidata
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