Brian Slade, a 1970s hippie troubadour, feels outdated until he discovers Curt Wild's raw power at a concert. Inspired, Slade reinvents himself as Maxwell Demon, a pop-rock icon with androgynous imagery and a promise of hedonism. At the height of fame, he fakes his own death, leaving fans bewildered and himself in obscurity.

Velvet Goldmine
A British journalist delves into the intriguing life of a 1970s glam rock superstar, tracing his artistic beginnings to the tumultuous career of an American singer.