7 Best Baz Luhrmann Movies

In bustling Paris in 1899, a young writer falls in love with a cabaret star at the iconic Moulin Rouge. With extravagant sets, bombastic music and a tragic love story, Moulin Rouge! is the ultimate Luhrmann film and one of the best musicals ever made.

The classic tragedy of Romeo and Juliet is placed in a contemporary, hyper-stylized setting with Shakespeare's original dialogue intact. With blazing action scenes, colorful costumes and an iconic soundtrack, Luhrmann made a brilliant and unique Shakespeare adaptation.

F. Scott Fitzgerald's timeless novel about mysterious millionaire Jay Gatsby and his obsession with Daisy is transformed by Luhrmann into a visual spectacle. With dazzling cinematography, extravagant parties and a unique mix of jazz and hip-hop, The Great Gatsby becomes a stylish, emotional experience.

This biographical film about Elvis Presley shows his rise to King of Rock 'n' Roll and his complicated relationship with manager Colonel Tom Parker. Austin Butler gives a phenomenal performance as Elvis, while Luhrmann's rapid editing and musical flair give the film explosive energy.

A rebellious ballroom dancer refuses to follow the rules and develops an unorthodox style with a new partner. This comic, romantic dance film was Luhrmann's first feature and immediately introduced his unique style and flair for drama.

A wealthy Englishwoman travels to northern Australia and gets caught up in a romantic, adventurous drama while trying to save her cattle station. Not perfect, but it features breathtaking landscapes, large-scale action scenes and a sweeping love story with Nicole Kidman and Hugh Jackman.

This Netflix series follows a group of young people in the 1970s South Bronx who get caught up in the rise of hip-hop and disco in New York. With loud colors, fast edits and an energetic soundtrack, it feels like a classic Luhrmann film in episodic form.