2008 Woodie Awards
Play-turned-film has style, heart
By: Anthony Barsanti
Issue date: 9/27/07 Section: Lifestyle
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In past productions of "Hedwig," Mitchell gave up the role and ushered in several talented actors to play the part as they toured the world, further illustrating how universal a character like Hedwig truly is - if one can see past all the glamorous get-ups.
In time, her quest for self-discovery and understanding becomes too much, and unlike others whose identities are unchallenged and self-evident, her whole life is dedicated to and nearly destroyed by this tragic
yet inspirational pursuit.
The idea of director-as-actor is a frightening thought to most filmmakers because, as Mitchell became aware during shooting, there is no fun involved in the process. Rightly so, this cornucopia of talent was awarded with dozens of recognitions by film festivals across the globe, the most important of which was the Audience Award at the 2001 Sundance Film Festival.
"Hedwig and the Angry Inch" is available on DVD and was shown Sept. 19 in the University Center Sunnen Lounge by the LGBTQ Alliance.
In time, her quest for self-discovery and understanding becomes too much, and unlike others whose identities are unchallenged and self-evident, her whole life is dedicated to and nearly destroyed by this tragic
yet inspirational pursuit.
The idea of director-as-actor is a frightening thought to most filmmakers because, as Mitchell became aware during shooting, there is no fun involved in the process. Rightly so, this cornucopia of talent was awarded with dozens of recognitions by film festivals across the globe, the most important of which was the Audience Award at the 2001 Sundance Film Festival.
"Hedwig and the Angry Inch" is available on DVD and was shown Sept. 19 in the University Center Sunnen Lounge by the LGBTQ Alliance.
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