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This brand new documentary film tells the story of The Doors, not from the perspective of the surviving members - as has been told so many time before -but from the recollections, memories, stories and anecdotes of those who knew the group and its members best. Our panel is headed by a woman who was as close to Jim Morrison as anyone ever was; his widow Patricia Kennealy-Morrison. Patricia has rarely spoken on film about her relationship with Jim, or about her own memories of The Doors. This is a once in a lifetime contribution from someone who knew just about everything that went on. Next up is Billy James, the man who discovered Jim Morrison and an early incarnation of The Doors. Billy signed them to their first deal with Columbia Records, and gained the trust and respect of the entire group. Here he tells all about those very early days when The Doors were known only to a select few. Richard Goldstein ex-editor of Village Voice and close friend of the band is on hand too with his anecdote-heavy version of events, as is Mark Benno, the legendary blues musician whose searing guitar graced the L.A. Woman album. The very finest Rock journalists and writers, and those who lived through and were affected by The Doors music as it was being released also contribute to this most original documentary film. In this regard, we are joined by Robert Christgau, Johnny Rogan, Dave DiMartino, Ritchie Unterberger, Doug Sundling, and Jim Morrison s biographer James Riordan. The programme is further enhanced by the rarest footage of the band in existence, classic live and studio musical performances, seldom seen photographs, news clips, location shots and much more. EXTRAS include featurette , Conversation with The Lizard Queen , in which Patricia Morrison reveals her own views about Jim Morrison as an artist, a poet and a visionary.
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'the doors' from the outside
Really happy with the product, and service. Does what it says on the tin! an intresting 'outside the band' view of the doors, a great addition to any doors fan's collection.
B**7
Great film - and its not Region 1 its multi region
Great film - and its not Region 1 its multi region
R**S
Open The Doors
Open The DoorsbyRob JonesThe Doors formed in 1965 in Los Angeles with a line up of Jim Morrison (vocals), Ray Manzarek (keyboards), Robby Krieger (guitar) and John Densmore (drums). Until the untimely death of their iconic lead singer in 1971 this four piece became a leading lyrical, musical and performance entity –and, their star still shines brightly many years on.A lustrous legacy has left a cause for celebration and carrying the baton with this ideal are UK based tribute group-The Doors Alive. This quartet is a European combo because its parts consist of a Dutchman, a couple of Hungarians and a Yorkshire lad. This make up alone confirms the global impact of their inspiration-and, a July 2016 show at The Acapela Studio, Pentyrch displayed that The Doors Alive do justice to a batch of illustrious tunes.A selection of material that propelled the 60’s icons to fame was also accompanied by several stage favourites that did not feature on studio albums but did crop up on live recordings. A two half set afforded quantity and quality-and, the interval had the players mingling freely with their audience.It was not a surprise that a phenomenal, elongated Light my Fire was the top of the crop-and, the musicians earned their corn with a show of dexterity and durability. The career of The Doors was traversed and other renowned favourites such as Break on Through (To the other Side), Backdoor Man, Riders on the Storm, Five to One, Strange Days, Roadhouse Blues, LA Woman and The End led the pack of pristine pop. The respective lights of the aforementioned numbers will always shine bright-but, even some of the more obscure offerings hit the spot because this 2016 incarnation really replicate the rhythms with a potent, polished, and professional application.21 year old Holland export Mike is a newer addition-but, The Doors Alive has not suffered because the looks and moves of the new incumbent offer a well studied portrayal of The Lizard King. The rest of the outfit also adopt key roles and in particular the nuances of Norbert paid testament to the momentum of Manzarek (who sadly passed away in 2013). Elsewhere, the beats were kept in check as each segment of this whole ensured that the standards did not drop-and, it is evident that these guys have clearly done their homework.In the intimate settings of Acapela (which was once a church) The Doors Alive had a crowd in their faces and also looming from the gallery-so there was nowhere to escape. The aural attraction were put under pressure from certain adoring punters laboriously filming, jumping on stage and getting in they way of proceedings. Nonetheless, full credit to The Doors Alive for keeping their cool and delivering the goods.When the Music’s Over and it is time to leave everyone in attendance had been entertained and taken back to a period where The Doors were pioneers. Meanwhile, in the context of this unique venue it was even more of a treat to savour those seminal songs.When it comes to honouring heroes The Doors Alive are kings of the highway!Therefore, you have the original back catalogue of those lustrous long players and seminal singles. You have witnessed the tribute act. So what else can you do to bolster your experiences of this awesome act? Well, The Doors from the Outside DVD and its 139 minutes of analysis and action is an essential produce! A thorough account of the story of Morrison, Manazarek, Krieger and Densmore is cut apart and pieced together to form a tapestry of the tunes and a collage of this combo. Fabulous footage and scores of interviews including a hook up with Pamela Kennealy Morrison, widow of Jim makes for a pristine package. The Doors live on and their legacy can be seen through an array of acts-so, if you want to learn more about the roots, rhythms and roles of the primary parts of the whole get on the inside with From the Outside.
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