Gimme Shelter 1970
“The music that thrilled the world… and the killing that stunned it!”
What is Gimme Shelter?
Gimme Shelter is a film first released in 1970. Catalogued under Documentary, Music.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1970
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 92 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 13, 1970
- Studios
- Maysles Films, Penforta
- Genres
- Documentary, Music
- Updated
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Overview
Gimme Shelter is a film first released in 1970. Catalogued under Documentary, Music. Produced and broadcast by Maysles Films, Penforta. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A vivid documentary of the Rolling Stones' 1969 U.S. tour ending in the tragic Altamont concert.”
- Provides an insightful look at a pivotal 1960s rock tour
- Shows the cultural shift from peace to disillusionment
- Includes archival concert footage
- Depicts graphic violence from the Altamont tragedy
- May feel dated to contemporary viewers
Watch it if you’re interested in rock history and the cultural upheaval of the late 1960s.
The film contains intense real‑world violence and stark historical commentary, making it appropriate for mature audiences.
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What is the film about?
It chronicles the Rolling Stones' 1969 United States tour and the disastrous Altamont concert.
When was Gimme Shelter released?
It was released in the United States on December 6, 1970.
How long is the documentary?
The runtime is 1 hour and 32 minutes.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a documentary and music film.
Why is the Altamont concert considered significant?
It marked a shift from the era of peace and love to a period of disillusionment.
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