Autoluminescent: Rowland S. Howard (2011)

Emanating from the foggy mysteries of Kafkaesque Prague or the shadowy corners of Bram Stoker's Dracula, Rowland Howard emerged as a spectral figure on Melbourne's nascent punk scene. His gaunt, gothic visage bore an air of aristocracy, and the distinctive fury of his guitar-playing style struck a chord in the hearts and minds of an entire generation. Howard was an exemplar of artistic austerity, his unique tastes and keen wit embodied in his finely chiseled form. He shone with an untarnished personal integrity, a beacon that continued to glow even amidst the ups and downs of his career. In an era marked by constant makeovers and reinventions, Howard remained true to his art, never succumbing to the temptation of a 'sell-out'. AUTOLUMINESCENT embarks on an intimate exploration of Rowland S Howard's life, weaving together recent and archival interviews, along with other rare and intriguing footage. Capturing moments of candid interaction with the man himself and personal anecdotes from those privileged to know him beyond the public eye, the film paints a luminous portrait on a canvas that has long been shrouded in enigma. With each word and image, AUTOLUMINESCENT illuminates the dark, shedding light on the enigmatic existence of this unique artist.

Autoluminescent: Rowland S. Howard is a documentary movie featuring Rowland S. Howard and directed by Richard Lowenstein.

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