David Mallet Movies

No international circuses claim the audience size, the raw invention, or the revenue of the Cirque du Soleil. An enterprise that took shape on a grassroots level at the hands of two Quebecois street performers in the early '80s, it grew into an epic form thanks to the involvement of Franco Dragone and others; by the beginning of the 21st century, the brand was nothing short of iconic. Throughout, it distinguished itself by doing away with the more clichéd staples of a traditional circus (such as animals, curtains, and a ring) and bringing together indigenous circus styles utilized in other portions of the world; it also presented itself in the form of uniquely "themed" shows, many of which ran concurrently in different regions or even in the same city. As directed by David Mallet, the concert film Cirque du Soleil: Delirium constitutes the first real cinematization of a Cirque du Soleil show and certainly the first to score a mainstream theatrical run in the United States. The theme at hand pertains to humankind's need for balance and harmony in an increasingly chaotic and desynchronized world; in it, Mallet choreographs innumerable singers, dancers, and other performers to a raw tribal beat and surrealistic visuals. ~ Nathan Southern, All Movie Guide

This concert film captures Genesis performing a show during the course of their successful 2007 reunion tour. The set list includes "I Can't Dance," "Invisible Touch," and "Throwing It All Away." ~ Perry Seibert, All Movie Guide

Rocker-turned-crooner of standards Rod Stewart offers fans a long look at both sides of his musical personality in this concert video, in which Stewart and his band are joined on-stage by the BBC Concert Orchestra and the London Community Gospel Choir, as well as a handful of special guests. Rod Stewart: One Night Only -- Live at Royal Albert Hall includes performances of "You Wear It Well," "Stay With Me" (with Ron Wood), "Reason to Believe," "They Can't Take That Away From Me," "As Time Goes By" (with Chrissie Hynde), "Blue Moon," "Sailing," and more. ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide

Cher: The Farewell Tour features the Oscar-winning performer delivering close to two-dozen hits from every phase of her lengthy career. Originally aired on NBC, the special comes to home video with additional footage not seen in the original telecast. Among the hits performed by the beloved diva are "If I Could Turn Back Time," "The Shoop Shoop Song," "Gypsies, Tramps and Thieves," "Heart of Stone," and the chart-topping dance hit "Believe." The DVD release of the special includes the video for "If I Could Turn Back Time." ~ Perry Seibert, All Movie Guide

For over fifteen years, Janet Jackson has been one of the biggest hitmakers in R&B, and on this video she brings her blazing stage show to the tropical paradise of Hawaii. Shot during her tour supporting the All For You album, Janet Jackson: Live In Hawaii features Jackson and her band tearing through two dozen classic tunes, including "You Ain't Right", "Son Of A Gun", "Come On Get Up", "Love Will Never Do (Without You)", "Miss You Much", "That's The Way Love Goes", "Doesn't Really Matter", "Rhythm Nation", "Black Cat", "What Have You Done For Me Lately", and many more. ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide

This video presents music icon and force of nature Tina Turner in her farewell tour in 2000. The concert, One Last Time, was recorded live at Wembley Stadium in London. The high-energy singer gives her all for this last performance. She is backed by a stellar lineup of musicians and dancers, and sings her classic hits for this nostalgic final show. Included in the repertoire are Turner favorites such as "What's Love Got to Do With It?," "Try a Little Tenderness," "Simply the Best," "Better Be Good to Me," "Whatever You Need," "I Want to Take You Higher," and "River Deep, Mountain High." ~ Rose of Sharon Winter, All Movie Guide

Latin pop star Luis Miguel shares his passionate performance style with an audience of enthusiastic fans in this live video, recorded during Miguel's five-night stand at Fundidora Stadium in Mexico during April of 2000. Selections include "Quiero," "Tu Solo Tu," "Sol, Arena, y Mar," and many more. ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide

This video is a live performance by AC/DC as part of their Ballbreaker tour in Europe. The concert by the venerable rock group took place in 1996, at a bullfighting ring in Madrid, Spain. The video features exciting special effects, such as a sequence with exploding cannons. The band performs many of its classic hits, including: "Hail Caesar," "Hell's Bells," "Show Down in Flames," "Dog Eat Dog," "Shoot to Thrill," "Hard as a Rock," "T.N.T.," "Back in Black," "Girl's Got Rhythm," "Thunderstock," and "Highway to Hell." ~ Rose of Sharon Winter, All Movie Guide

While the late Freddie Mercury was best-known as the flamboyant frontman for the rock group Queen, he also enjoyed a brief career as a solo artist, and this home video release collects ten videos Mercury created to help promote his solo projects. Selections include "The Great Pretender," "Barcelona," "Time," and "Living on My Own." ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide

This young Welsh soprano continues to thrill many audiences with her unique accent and youthful, teenage voice as she sings a series of well-known tunes. Her signature song "Pie Jesus" is included, along with such older Celtic pieces as "Danny Boy" and "My Lagan Love." When viewers listen to this performance, they will come to understand how Charlotte has brought pleasure to individuals ranging from Prince Charles and Pope John Paul II to the entire Rosie O'Donnell TV talk show audience. Unlike a few of the other younger teen sensations, Charlotte appears to still be as sweet and unpretentious as her voice. Her career will definitely be one to watch. ~ Elizabeth Smith, All Movie Guide

After the chart topping hit "Believe" made Cher the oldest solo female artist to have a number one single, she set out on a successful concert tour where she played the biggest hits of her career to adoring fans, while donning a stunning array of outlandish outfits. This documentary captures one of the shows on that tour. Cher delivers over a dozen hits from every phase of her lengthy career including "I Found Someone," "Gypsies, Tramps, & Thieves," "The Shoop Shoop Song," "If I Could Turn Back Time," and "Believe." ~ Perry Seibert, All Movie Guide

R&B superstar Janet Jackson displays her total mastery of the stage in this 1998 live video, which combines lights, dancing,and an incredible stage show with Janet's remarkable music for a one-of-a-kind event. Songs include "Velvet Rope," "That's the Way Love Goes," "Let's Wait Awhile/Again," "Black Cat," and "Miss You Much." ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide

Columbia/Tristar presents Sarah Brightman: In Concert, featuring the singer performing songs from some of the world's most beloved musicals. The program features appearances by Andrea Bocelli and Andrew Lloyd Webber, and includes the songs "Overture," "Bailero," "Chanson Espagnole," "O Mio Babbino Caro," "Solveig's Song," "Summertime," "Pie Jesu," "Medley: Somewhere/I Feel Pretty/Tonight," "Tu Quieres Volver," "Who Wants to Live Forever," "Whistle Down the Wind," "Overture/Wishing You Were Somehow Here Again," "The Music of the Night," "Time to Say Goodbye," and "Don't Cry for Me Argentina." ~ Matthew Tobey, All Movie Guide