(Jimmy Somerville, rebelle queer de la pop anglaise)

Content: With his soaring falsetto and magnetic yet understated stage presence, Jimmy Somerville burst onto the 1980s new wave scene, making the world dance to songs rooted in struggle and resilience. From the harsh realities of Glasgow’s working-class neighborhoods to the challenges of growing up gay in a hostile world, and the devastating impact of the AIDS crisis, Somerville transformed pain into anthems of freedom. First with Bronski Beat, then The Communards, and later as a solo artist, he became both rebel and diva—the unmistakable voice of a generation fighting for equality. Through intimate stories from those who have stood by him for four decades, this portrait reveals a rare artist who has never wavered in his convictions.

Countries:

France

Genres:

Documentary,

Music

Runtime:

52 minutes

Year:

2025

Directors:

Olivier Simonnet

Production companies:

13prods,

ARTE,

Histoire TV,

Pop'Films,

Sacem,

PROCIREP,

ANGOA,

RTS,

Ale Kino+,

Planete+ Poland,

Channel 8 Hot

Actors:

Self (archive footage)

Narrator (voice over)

Self : Friend & Singer

Self : Friend & Singer

Self : Friend, Musician & Anglican priest

Crews:

Director

Author

Camera Operator

Sound

Editor