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The Last Waltz 1978

“It Started as a Concert. It Became a Celebration.”

★ 7.7/10 PG DocumentaryMusic Released
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What is The Last Waltz?

The Last Waltz is a film first released in 1978. Catalogued under Documentary, Music.

Type
Film
Year
1978
Status
Released
Runtime
117 minutes
Release date
Apr 26, 1978
Studios
FM Productions, Last Waltz Inc., United Artists
Genres
Documentary, Music
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83 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum8.1/10
🧠 Narrative Depth9.1/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential7.7/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Feature Film #Documentary #Music

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The Last Waltz is a film first released in 1978. Catalogued under Documentary, Music. Produced and broadcast by FM Productions, Last Waltz Inc., United Artists. Current status: Released.

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“Martin Scorsese documents The Band's historic farewell concert.”

Reasons to watch
  • Features performances by rock legends
  • Includes probing backstage interviews
  • Directed by Martin Scorsese
Keep in mind
  • Focuses primarily on a single farewell tour event

Watch it if you enjoy legendary rock documentaries and concert footage.

The film contains concert performances and interviews related to a musical farewell tour.

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What is The Last Waltz?

It is a 1978 musical documentary film directed by Martin Scorsese about The Band and its farewell concert.

When did the farewell concert take place?

The farewell concert was held on American Thanksgiving Day, November 25, 1976.

Where was the farewell concert held?

The concert took place at the Winterland Ballroom in San Francisco.

Who directed the documentary?

The documentary was directed by Martin Scorsese.

Who are some of the featured performers in the film?

The film features performances by Eric Clapton, Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell, Van Morrison, and other rock legends alongside The Band.

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