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Jun 19, 2015 · What stands out about the film is the cinematography. From the early scene in a building that towers above Central Park in New York City, to the kaleidoscope of images and colors that are captured in the live performance, every frame looks fantastic.
Rose was desperate to have someone, anyone, who was there just for her. Yet she pushed everyone away who truly cared about her. Bette Midler's passionate and inspired performances in concert footage is unforgettable. The Rose is one of the best movies ever made.
Plot. In late 1969, Mary Rose Foster is a famous rock and roll diva known as "The Rose." In spite of her success, her personal life is lonely and exhausting. She is exploited and overworked by her gruff, greedy manager and promoter Rudge Campbell.
The Rose: Directed by Mark Rydell. With Bette Midler, Alan Bates, Frederic Forrest, Harry Dean Stanton. The tragic life of a self-destructive female rock star who struggles to deal with the constant pressures of her career and the demands of her ruthless business manager.
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- Mark Rydell
- 1979-11-07
May 13, 2015 · The Rose. Blu-ray edition reviewed by Chris Galloway. May 13 2015. BUY AT: See more details, packaging, or compare. Synopsis. Bette Midler exploded onto the screen with her take-no-prisoners performance in this quintessential film about fame and addiction from director Mark Rydell.
Rose (Bette Midler) is a passionate 1960s rock star who pours herself into every performance despite her demanding manager, Rudge (Alan Bates), who encourages her to tour excessively. While ...
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The tragic life of a self-destructive female rock star (Bette Midler) who struggles to deal with the constant pressures of her career and the demands of her ruthless business manager.
