Film Nights with Pat Padua—Shooting Stars: Bowie and Prince on Film

Among the many legendary artists who have passed away this year are two musicians with significant careers in film. We remember David Bowie and Prince with a few lesser known titles from their work onscreen.

Absolute Beginners (1986) 108 min.
Directed by Julien Temple

Bowie stars as an advertising executive in this stylish, candy-colored musical set in London in 1958. Director Julien Temple made his name in music videos, and the film’s musical numbers are among the most visually striking of the era.

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