Mutiny in Heaven: The Birthday Party

Ian White

From humble beginnings in suburban Australia, Nick cave’s The Birthday Party grew to become one of the most influential acts of their time - commanding a level of respect which despite the band’s disintegration, remains undiminished to this day. Told in the group’s own words, Mutiny In Heaven brings the band’s story to the screen for the first time. This is a twisted tale of ascent and implosion whilst dealing with issues of artistic muse, creativity, addiction, fame, interpersonal conflict and the unique relationship between creative vision and self-destruction. Utilising exclusive interviews, a wealth of unseen archive, unreleased tracks, studio footage, animation and multimedia content, the film offers a revealing look back at its key members’ origins, dreams, hopes and motivations.

Australia 2023, '99

DIRECTOR: Ian White

SCENARIO: Ian White

CAMERA: Craig Johnston

MONTAGE: Aaron J. March

PRODUCERS: Greg Blakey, Ian White

PRODUCTION: Beyond TNC, BMG Films

FESTIVALS & AWARDS:

Seeyousound IMFF (2023)
Ostend FF (2023)

Ian White

Ian White’s work has received of numerous awards over the years including a BANF World Media Award for best documentary of the year, several Asian TV awards and a Hero Award at the 2018 Monte Carlo TVFF. His 2015 feature Before The Fall was an official entry in the 89th Academy Awards 2017. He has directed for film and television in over 15 countries throughout the world. His work has been described as visually striking and immensely thought provoking.
Regularly commissioned by the United Nations to produce documentary work, his most powerful films have been mentioned in UN security council meetings. His journeys have taken him through combat zones, refugee camps and some of the most isolated areas on the planet. He has filmed alongside bomb disposal squads, mine clearance teams and medical units in both remote and hostile environments.

Mutiny in Heaven: The Birthday Party

Ian White

Ian White

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