Jimmy Somerville: Queer Rebel of British Pop
Jimmy Somerville, rebelle queer de la pop anglaise
Storyline
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.
Key Information
Cast & Crew
Jimmy Somerville
Self (Archive footage)
Sarah-Jane Morris
Self : Friend & Singer
June Miles-Kingston
Self : Friend & Singer
Richard Coles
Self : Friend, Musician & Anglican priest
Didier Lestrade
Self : Friend & Activist-Journalist
Frequently Asked Questions
Jimmy Somerville: Queer Rebel of British Pop was released on May 7, 2025.
The runtime of Jimmy Somerville: Queer Rebel of British Pop is 52m.
Jimmy Somerville: Queer Rebel of British Pop is a Documentary, Music movie.
Jimmy Somerville: Queer Rebel of British Pop has a rating of 8.0 out of 10 on TMDB.
Jimmy Somerville: Queer Rebel of British Pop is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.
Jimmy Somerville: Queer Rebel of British Pop was directed by Olivier Simonnet.
The main cast of Jimmy Somerville: Queer Rebel of British Pop includes Jimmy Somerville, Sarah-Jane Morris, June Miles-Kingston.
Jimmy Somerville: Queer Rebel of British Pop is originally in French.