Shine (film) Shine (film) Shine is a 1996 Australian biographical drama film based on the life of pianist David Helfgott, who suffered a mental breakdown and spent years in institutions. It stars Geoffrey Rush, Lynn Redgrave, Armin Mueller-Stahl, Noah Taylor, John Gielgud, Googie Withers, Justin Braine, Sonia Todd, Nicholas Bell, Chris Haywood and Alex Rafalowicz. The screenplay was written by Jan Sardi, and directed by Scott Hicks. The film made its US premiere at the Sundance Film Festival. In 1997, Geoffrey Rush was awarded the Academy Award for Best Actor at the 69th Academy Awards for his performance in the lead role.
ARY Film Award for Best Actor in a Comic Role ARY Film Award for Best Actor in a Comic Role ARY Film Award for Best Actor in a Comic Role is one of the ARY Film Awards of Merit presented annually by the ARY Digital Network and Entertainment Channel to recognize the Male and female comic actor who has delivered an outstanding comedy performance while working in the film industry. The Best Actor in a Comic Role category originates with the 1st ARY Film Awards ceremony since 2014. The Best Actor in a Comic Role is awarded by viewers voting and known as Best Actor in a Comic Role Viewers