Hedwig and the Angry Inch 2001
With this trailblazing musical, writer-director-star John Cameron Mitchell and composer-lyricist Stephen Trask brought their signature creation from stage to screen for a movie as unclassifiable as its protagonist.

Hedwig and the Angry Inch tells the story of transexual punk-rocker Hedwig (played by Mitchell himself), who is embarking on a tour of low-rent family diners (all part of the fictional Bilgewater Inn chain) with her band The Angry Inch. The dates and locations have been selected to follow those of her ex-boyfriend and former musical partner Tommy Gnosis (Michael Pitt), who is now a huge success, playing the songs they wrote together (and some Hedwig wrote herself) to packed out arenas. Angry, jealous and heartbroken, she relates to her audiences the story of what brought her to this state, largely through song.

BD50, 2xDVD9 | 1080p AVC, NTSC | 01:31:45 | 46.1 Gb + 14.3 Gb
Language: English
Subtitles: English

Director: John Cameron Mitchell
Cast: John Cameron Mitchell, Miriam Shor, Stephen Trask
Country: USA
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Music, Musical

Extras:

Commentary - this archival audio commentary features John Cameron Mitchell and cinematographer Frank G. DeMarco. It was recorded in 2001.

A "Hedwig" Reunion - in this new program, actor/director John Cameron Mitchell, cinematographer Frank G. DeMarco, composer Stephen Trask, and other contributors recall their work on Hedwig and the Angry Inch. The program was created exclusively for Criterion in 2019. In English, not subtitled. (57 min, 1080p).

The Music of "Hedwig" - in this new program, music critic David Fricke and composer Stephen Trask discuss the soundtrack of Hedwig and The Angry Inch. The program was produced exclusively for Criterion in 2019. In English, not subtitled. (30 min, 1080p).

Whether You Like It or Nor: The Story of Hedwig (2003) - this archival documentary takes a closer look at the conception of the character of Hedwig, as well as her appearances in the off-Broadway productions and David Cameron Mitchell's film. Included in it are clips from archival interviews with various cast and crew members. In English, not subtitled. (86 min, 0180i).

From the Archives - this program gathers archival footage/materials that offer a closer look at the film's conception and themes. The materials were provided by, and are discussed by, John Cameron Mitchell, costume designer Arianne Phillips, and hair stylist Mike Potter. In English, not subtitled. (49 min, 1080p).

Anatomy of a Scenes - this archival documentary examines the creation of the Adam and Eve sequence from Hedwig and the Angry Inch. It was produced by the Sundance Film Channel in 2001. In English, not subtitled. (20 min, 1080i).

Deleted Scenes - a collection of deleted scenes, presented with an optional commentary. (13 min, 1080p).

Trailer - remastered trailer for the film. In English, not subtitled. (3 min, 1080p).