Shine a Light (2008) Reviews
- Director(s):
- Martin Scorsese
- Theatrical MPAA Rating:
- PG13
- Category:
- Documentary
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0 out of 0 people found this review helpful Sorry, but as a lifelong Stones fan, the concert footage fell wayyyy short! And, where was Scorsese's stamp as a great filmmaker? The fact the film opens with his last-minute script changes and his ... Read More Sorry, but as a lifelong Stones fan, the concert footage fell wayyyy short! And, where was Scorsese's stamp as a great filmmaker? The fact the film opens with his last-minute script changes and his fretting about the shots? The song list lacked the b***s for which the Stones are so widely known. Scorsese missed the opportunity to connect the archival footage fully with the song list of the film. What a disappointment! Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
0 out of 0 people found this review helpful Scorsese is warned early on by one of Mick's handlers that, if the spotlight remains on him too long, Mick might bust into flames. But seriously, having always missed the opportunity, I looked ... Read More Scorsese is warned early on by one of Mick's handlers that, if the spotlight remains on him too long, Mick might bust into flames. But seriously, having always missed the opportunity, I looked forward to the concert, albeit on film. The Stones, especially accentuated by Keith's paunch, look creepily emaciated. Despite his leathery, fleshless body--except for arm muscles needed to hold the mic before his cavern of teeth--Mick's amazing non-stop energy is undoubtedly what has kept the Stones in the rock and roll game. Keith did his guitar work folded over at the edge of the stage, but I was impressed he could kneel and still get up--I know my knees are shot! Sadly Keith's solos were so awful Scorsese himself had to alleviate his own cringing by editing them with bits of ancient Keith interviews or sending them to the limbo of special features. Otherwise, Mick's singing was okay, but I'm betting you'll get more satisfaction from plugging in one of the Stones classic albums. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
0 out of 0 people found this review helpful As Mick says after dueting with Christina Aguilera on Live With Me: "I loved it".
As the owner of other Stones DVD's; The Biggest Bang and Four Flicks, you could say I'm addicted to to the band and ... Read More As Mick says after dueting with Christina Aguilera on Live With Me: "I loved it".
As the owner of other Stones DVD's; The Biggest Bang and Four Flicks, you could say I'm addicted to to the band and their music. Shine A Light will be added to my collection.
The sheer volume of choices for songs are a testiment to the band's longevity and prolific output. Archival footage puts into perspective how ageless and timeless these guys really are. I want whatever they're taking!
All three of the band's guests; Jack White, Christina Aguilera and Buddy Guy bring something to the table in their duets with Mr. Jagger; but none more than Buddy Guy, whose voice at 71 years old will shake your place and rattle the windows. Keith Richards is so impressed by Buddy, that he hands him his guitar and says: "it's yours"....
Overall a great DVD. Fire up the surround sound and be entertained by the "World's Greatest Rock and Roll Band'. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
0 out of 0 people found this review helpful if you appreciate the Stones, you'll love Mickey. He doesn't stop the entire concert... No wonder he's so thin. The others are great too. But we could do without Scorsee so much. I really ... Read More if you appreciate the Stones, you'll love Mickey. He doesn't stop the entire concert... No wonder he's so thin. The others are great too. But we could do without Scorsee so much. I really enjoyed this movie about my favorite R & R group. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
1 out of 3 people found this review helpful I love the stones since the 60's (yes Im an old rocker & have GOOOD hearing) but mick's voice is gone. Its so sad to hear a person you have revered forever sound FLAT. Most of the movie was listening ... Read More I love the stones since the 60's (yes Im an old rocker & have GOOOD hearing) but mick's voice is gone. Its so sad to hear a person you have revered forever sound FLAT. Most of the movie was listening to Mick singing in the same monotone voice. The rest of the band was great & Micks' energy AMAZING - but he can't go up an octave or down and octave - (as I noticed during the Stones 1/2 time performance at the superbowl & hoped I was wrong) I was underamazed at this bio and wish I had just listened to my CDs. I LOVE THE STONES! & more power to them for rocking out for so long. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
0 out of 2 people found this review helpful I was hoping for more from a director like Scorsese. This turned out to be just another concert movie. And if you haven't seen the Stones in concert before then where have you been? I was looking for ... Read More I was hoping for more from a director like Scorsese. This turned out to be just another concert movie. And if you haven't seen the Stones in concert before then where have you been? I was looking for more behind the scenes footage and background to these ageless rockers. Nothing special here. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
0 out of 2 people found this review helpful THEY ARE OLDER BUT BIG DEAL-THEY PUT ON A GREAT SHOW!!! ALL THERE ENERGY,THEY SEEM THEIR TRUE SELVES-AFTER ALL THEY DONT NEED THE MONEY!!!! THEY DO IT FOR THEMSELVES-THEY HAVE FUN AND GIVE THE ... Read More THEY ARE OLDER BUT BIG DEAL-THEY PUT ON A GREAT SHOW!!! ALL THERE ENERGY,THEY SEEM THEIR TRUE SELVES-AFTER ALL THEY DONT NEED THE MONEY!!!! THEY DO IT FOR THEMSELVES-THEY HAVE FUN AND GIVE THE AUDIENCE EVERYTHING THEY GOT!!!! KEITH IS VERY PERSONABLE AND FRIENDLY AND HONEST!!! MICK IS-I DONT KNOW HE JUST HAS SOMETHING-THEY DONT HIDE THEIR AGING-THEY TALK ABOUT IT-THEY LOOK IT-AND IT MAKES THEM EXTREMELY INTERESTING-I LOVED IT!!!! Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
0 out of 2 people found this review helpful The Rolling Stones are getting old, just like the rest of us from that era. Mick can still move, but can't dance. Poor Keith can barely do anything. Charlie is still great on drums. The documentary ... Read More The Rolling Stones are getting old, just like the rest of us from that era. Mick can still move, but can't dance. Poor Keith can barely do anything. Charlie is still great on drums. The documentary was just ok. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No |
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