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Breaking Glass at the ICA

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Time 21:45
Date 16/09/14
Price £7
  • Produced by ICA
  • Price £7.00 to £11.00
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Set in the late 1970s, Brian Gibson's film depicts the rise and fall of a young singer disillusioned with the world, whose angry music and engaged lyrics propel her to instant stardom.

Screened in Cannes in 1980, the film's power owes much to Hazel O’Connor who gives an acting performance of a lifetime. O’Connor also wrote and recorded most of the songs in the film, and her personal experiences influenced Kate’s story. In turn, the film launched O’Connor’s career, and turned her from an unknown punk singer into a household name, just like Kate. Over-the-top make-up, David Bowie’s inspired outfits, and hits such as Will You?, Eighth Day and Give Me An Inch helped secure the film’s cult classic status.  

The film's soundtrack album Breaking Glass was produced by the legendary record producer Tony Visconti. Tony nominated Breaking Glass  will be screened after his talk on 16 September at the ICA because it's "...the best film that represents my production... I love this film and I'm in it for one second."  

Breaking Glass, dir Brian Gibson, UK 1980, 104 mins, cert. 15

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COMPETITION: Win 1x Pair of tickets to attend Breaking Glass at the ICA at 20:45 on Tuesday, 16th September. To enter the competition, send an email to bojana@run-riot.com with the correct answer in the ‘subject’ box. The winner will be randomly selected.

Q: Tony Visconti is probably best known for his long-term collaboration with

A: 1) David Bowie 2) The Smiths 3) John Lennon

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