Twenty years ago, Baz Luhrmann ambitiously sought to resurrect the movie musicals of eras past. The result? The spectacular, spectacle that is 2001's Moulin Rouge! Between its dazzling aesthetics, addictive pop soundtrack, and sweeping romance (carried off by career-defining performances from Nicole Kidman and Ewan McGregor), Moulin Rouge! developed an enduring following. The film still glitters, two decades later.

The film tells the story of a soulful poet and writer, Christian, who falls in love with the beautiful courtesan and star of Paris's famous Moulin Rouge cabaret, Satine. Satine dreams of being a great actress. Christian dreams of creating great art. And a villainous Duke covets Satin's love and is hell-bent on winning her at any cost. Baz Luhrmann wrote and directed the film, that—in addition to Kidman and McGregor—features an all-star cast including John Leguizamo, Jim Broadbent, and Richard Roxburgh. Moulin Rouge! enchanted audiences and critics alike upon its release. The film received eight Academy Award nominations (winning two) and features on several greatest films lists.

Come and join us for night of immersive cinema on the cobbled streets of Montmartre in 1899. Dress up, dress down, order a cocktail or sip a glass of absinthe.

Director
Baz Luhrmann

Date of release
2001

Running time
127 min

Country of origin
Australia, United States

Language
English

Rating
12A