Joan Jett and Cherie Currie, two rebellious teenagers from Southern California, become the frontwomen for the Runaways — the now-legendary group that paved the way for future generations of female rockers. Under the Svengali-like influence of impresario Kim Fowley, the band becomes a huge success. Director : Floria Sigismondi Cast : Alia Shawkat|Dakota Fanning|Hannah Marks|JohnnyContinue reading “The Runaways – 2010”
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Who Is Harry Nilsson (And Why Is Everybody Talkin’ About Him?) – 2010
The documentary explores the enigmatic life and music of Harry Nilsson in an attempt to answer the question, “Who is Harry Nilsson?” The film includes new and archive audio and film including interviews with Robin Williams, Yoko Ono, Van Dyke Parks, Randy Newman, Ray Cooper, the Smothers Brothers, and Micky Dolenz. “Who is Harry Nilsson?”Continue reading “Who Is Harry Nilsson (And Why Is Everybody Talkin’ About Him?) – 2010”
I’m Still Here – 2010
I’m Still Here is a portrayal of a tumultuous year in the life of actor Joaquin Phoenix. With remarkable access, the film follows the Oscar-nominee as he announces his retirement from a successful film career in the fall of 2008 and sets off to reinvent himself as a hip-hop musician. The film is a portraitContinue reading “I’m Still Here – 2010”
Chico & Rita – 2010
Chico is a young piano player with big dreams. Rita is a beautiful singer with an extraordinary voice. Music and romantic desire unites them, but their journey – in the tradition of the Latin ballad, the bolero – brings heartache and torment. Director : Fernando Trueba|Javier Mariscal|Tono Errando Cast : Blanca Rosa Blanco|Eman Xor Oña|JackieContinue reading “Chico & Rita – 2010”
Dusty Springfield: Once Upon a Time (1964-1969) – 2010
Unquestionably Britain’s greatest female vocalist, Dusty Springfield made some of the finest recordings of the sixties. Dusty Springfield: Once Upon A Time 1964-1969 features 20 complete songs filmed from 1964 to 1969 and has all of her greatest hits and more. Included on the DVD are her early classics ‘I Only Want To Be WithContinue reading “Dusty Springfield: Once Upon a Time (1964-1969) – 2010”
Verdi Simon Boccanegra – 2010
Coming just before the mature final works, Verdi’s Simon Boccanegra – along with Un Ballo in Maschera, Les Vêpres Siciliennes, La Forza del Destino and Don Carlos – occupy a strange but fascinating hinterland in the career of the composer. Each of the operas, influenced by Verdi’s political involvement in the Risorgimento for the reunificationContinue reading “Verdi Simon Boccanegra – 2010”
Life Of Agony: 20 Years Strong – River Runs Red: Live In Brussels – 2010
1. This time 2. Underground 3. River runs red 4. Through and through 5. Words and music 6. Bad seed 7. My eyes 8. Respect 9. Method of groove 10. The stain remains 11. Other side of the river 12. Love to let you down 13. Weeds 14. Lost at 22 Director : Cast :Continue reading “Life Of Agony: 20 Years Strong – River Runs Red: Live In Brussels – 2010”
Emir – 2010
“Emir” is all about Amelia (Frenscheska Farr). Amelia hails from Ilocos and she is forced to find work abroad to provide for her family. Amelia leaves her family and everything she loves behind. Amelia applies as a nanny and is lucky enough to be the caretaker of the Sheik’s pregnant wife. Later on, Amelia isContinue reading “Emir – 2010”
John Lennon: Love is All You Need – 2010
This incredible documentary features in-depth contributions from wives Yoko Ono and Cynthia Lennon, son Julian Lennon and many previously unseen interviews with John himself. Through rare footage, we learn of his rise to fame with the Beatles, his divorce from Cynthia, his first meeting with Yoko, split-up of the band, and his decision to becomeContinue reading “John Lennon: Love is All You Need – 2010”
When You’re Strange – 2010
The creative chemistry of four brilliant artists —drummer John Densmore, guitarist Robby Kreiger, keyboardist Ray Manzarek and singer Jim Morrison— made The Doors one of America’s most iconic and influential rock bands. Using footage shot between their formation in 1965 and Morrison’s death in 1971, it follows the band from the corridors of UCLA’s filmContinue reading “When You’re Strange – 2010”
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