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Jimi Hendrix

Play trailer Poster for Jimi Hendrix R,  1973,  1h 42m,  Documentary Play Trailer Watchlist
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Made shortly after his death, this documentary explores the brief life and remarkable legacy of guitarist Jimi Hendrix. After finding fame in the U.K., Hendrix brought his act to the U.S., where his influential playing style left a blazing imprint on a whole generation of musicians. Employing interviews with family and contemporaries, such as Eric Clapton, as well as scorching live performances from Woodstock and Isle of Wight, the film paints an indelible portrait of a rock 'n' roll legend.

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Benjamin H. Smith Decider Dec 1, 2019
A groundbreaking music documentary which features some of the best and most important live performances in rock n' roll history. Go to Full Review
Jos Manuel Costa El Pais (Spain) Feb 7, 2018
... a film that exceeds all previously made in this area (Woodstock, Monterrey, Gimme Shelter, etc.)... [Full review in Spanish] Go to Full Review
Emanuel Levy EmanuelLevy.Com Jul 24, 2005
3/5
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Albus R Sep 24, 2017 A documentary compiling views and commentary on the great artist's life.
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John Head

Director

Gary Weis

Director

Albert Allen

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Stella Benabon

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Eric Barrett

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Paul Caruso

Self

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Jimi Hendrix

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Synopsis Made shortly after his death, this documentary explores the brief life and remarkable legacy of guitarist Jimi Hendrix. After finding fame in the U.K., Hendrix brought his act to the U.S., where his influential playing style left a blazing imprint on a whole generation of musicians. Employing interviews with family and contemporaries, such as Eric Clapton, as well as scorching live performances from Woodstock and Isle of Wight, the film paints an indelible portrait of a rock 'n' roll legend.
Director
John Head, Gary Weis
Producer
Joe Boyd
Distributor
Warner Home Vídeo, Warner Bros.
Production Co
Warner Bros.
Rating
R
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Oct 10, 1973, Original
Release Date (Streaming)
Jan 1, 2008
Runtime
1h 42m
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