Concerts and Music Documentaries
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1. I Am Trying to Break Your Heart (2002)
Unrated | 92 min | Documentary, Music
First-time filmmaker and award-winning photographer Sam Jones documents the recording of Wilco's album, "Yankee Hotel Foxtrot."
Director: Sam Jones | Stars: Jeff Tweedy, John Stirratt, Leroy Bach, Glenn Kotche
Votes: 2,212 | Gross: $0.45M
2. No Distance Left to Run (2010)
Not Rated | 104 min | Documentary, Biography, Music
An insightful rockumentary looking at the history of the British rock band, Blur, as they head out on the road for their 2009 reunion tour.
Directors: Will Lovelace, Dylan Southern | Stars: Damon Albarn, Mike Smith, Wayne Hernandez, Sam Freeman
Votes: 1,380
3. Shut Up and Play the Hits (2012)
Not Rated | 108 min | Documentary, Music
On April 2nd 2011, LCD Soundsystem played its final show at Madison Square Garden. Documenting this once in a life time performance and an intimate portrait of James Murphy as he navigates the lead-up to the show, the day after, and the personal and professional ramifications of his decision.
Directors: Will Lovelace, Dylan Southern | Stars: James Murphy, Chuck Klosterman, Keith Wood, Nancy Whang
Votes: 2,889 | Gross: $0.51M
4. Roy Orbison and Friends: A Black and White Night (1988 TV Special)
Not Rated | 64 min | Documentary, Music
Rock 'n' roll legend Roy Orbison and some friends, legends in their own right, get together and perform some of Orbison's songs.
Stars: Roy Orbison, Jackson Browne, T Bone Burnett, Elvis Costello
Votes: 1,186
5. Shut Up and Play the Hits (2012)
Not Rated | 108 min | Documentary, Music
On April 2nd 2011, LCD Soundsystem played its final show at Madison Square Garden. Documenting this once in a life time performance and an intimate portrait of James Murphy as he navigates the lead-up to the show, the day after, and the personal and professional ramifications of his decision.
Directors: Will Lovelace, Dylan Southern | Stars: James Murphy, Chuck Klosterman, Keith Wood, Nancy Whang
Votes: 2,889 | Gross: $0.51M
6. I Am Trying to Break Your Heart (2002)
Unrated | 92 min | Documentary, Music
First-time filmmaker and award-winning photographer Sam Jones documents the recording of Wilco's album, "Yankee Hotel Foxtrot."
Director: Sam Jones | Stars: Jeff Tweedy, John Stirratt, Leroy Bach, Glenn Kotche
Votes: 2,212 | Gross: $0.45M
7. Get on Up (2014)
PG-13 | 139 min | Biography, Drama, Music
A chronicle of James Brown's rise from extreme poverty to become one of the most influential musicians in history.
Director: Tate Taylor | Stars: Chadwick Boseman, Nelsan Ellis, Dan Aykroyd, Viola Davis
Votes: 26,142 | Gross: $30.51M
8. Roy Orbison and Friends: A Black and White Night (1988 TV Special)
Not Rated | 64 min | Documentary, Music
Rock 'n' roll legend Roy Orbison and some friends, legends in their own right, get together and perform some of Orbison's songs.
Stars: Roy Orbison, Jackson Browne, T Bone Burnett, Elvis Costello
Votes: 1,186
9. Elvis (I) (1979 TV Movie)
168 min | Biography, Drama, Music
Biographical movie about the famous rock singer Elvis Presley.
Director: John Carpenter | Stars: Kurt Russell, Shelley Winters, Bing Russell, Robert Gray
Votes: 5,131
10. No Distance Left to Run (2010)
Not Rated | 104 min | Documentary, Biography, Music
An insightful rockumentary looking at the history of the British rock band, Blur, as they head out on the road for their 2009 reunion tour.
Directors: Will Lovelace, Dylan Southern | Stars: Damon Albarn, Mike Smith, Wayne Hernandez, Sam Freeman
Votes: 1,380
11. Stop Making Sense (1984)
PG | 88 min | Documentary, Music
Considered by critics as the greatest concert film of all time, the live performance was shot over the course of three nights at Hollywood's Pantages Theater in December of 1983 and features Talking Heads' most memorable songs.
Director: Jonathan Demme | Stars: David Byrne, Bernie Worrell, Alex Weir, Steven Scales
Votes: 19,999 | Gross: $5.02M
12. Depeche Mode: 101 (1989)
R | 120 min | Documentary, Music
Depeche Mode prepares for the 101st and final concert of its massive world tour at the Rose Bowl Stadium, Pasadena, California, while a group of fans who won a contest travel to the concert through the United States on a bus.
Directors: David Dawkins, Chris Hegedus, D.A. Pennebaker | Stars: Andrew Fletcher, Dave Gahan, Martin Gore, Alan Wilder
Votes: 2,089
13. Max Raabe & Palast Orchester: Heute Nacht oder nie (2009 TV Special)
112 min | Music
Directors: Michael Beyer, Michael Ballhaus | Stars: Palast Orchestra, Max Raabe
Votes: 15
14. The Runaways (2010)
R | 106 min | Biography, Drama, Music
A coming-of-age biographical film about the 1970s teenage all-girl rock band The Runaways. The relationship between band members Cherie Currie and Joan Jett is also explored.
Director: Floria Sigismondi | Stars: Kristen Stewart, Dakota Fanning, Michael Shannon, Stella Maeve
Votes: 50,940 | Gross: $3.57M
15. Depeche Mode: Devotional (1993 Video)
93 min | Documentary, Music
Depeche Mode live in Europe 1993.
Director: Anton Corbijn | Stars: Depeche Mode, Dave Gahan, Martin Gore, Alan Wilder
Votes: 1,022
16. Depeche Mode: One Night in Paris (2002 Video)
118 min | Documentary, Music
A live concert film by Anton Corbijn of Depeche Mode performing in Paris, France during The Exciter Tour 2001. Features songs from their album Exciter in addition to many of their original older more popular hits.
Director: Anton Corbijn | Stars: Andrew Fletcher, Dave Gahan, Martin Gore, Christian Eigner
Votes: 836
17. What's Love Got to Do with It (1993)
R | 118 min | Biography, Drama, Music
The story of singer Tina Turner's rise to stardom and how she gained the courage to break free from her abusive husband, Ike Turner.
Director: Brian Gibson | Stars: Angela Bassett, Laurence Fishburne, RaéVen Kelly, Virginia Capers
Votes: 24,575 | Gross: $39.10M
18. Purple Rain (1984)
R | 111 min | Drama, Music, Romance
A young musician, tormented by an abusive situation at home, must contend with a rival singer, a burgeoning romance, and his own dissatisfied band, as his star begins to rise.
Director: Albert Magnoli | Stars: Prince, Apollonia Kotero, Morris Day, Olga Karlatos
Votes: 23,816 | Gross: $68.39M
19. Femi Kuti Live at the Shrine (2004)
90 min | Music
Live performance of the Nigerian musician born in London, raised in Lagos. For the first time a live performance by Femi Kuti was recorded at the Shrine in Lagos, Nigeria. This unique documentary also shows Femi Kuti's struggle in Nigeria.
Director: Raphaël Frydman | Star: Femi Kuti
Votes: 8
20. The Devil and Daniel Johnston (2005)
PG-13 | 110 min | Documentary, Biography, Music
Daniel Johnston, manic-depressive genius singer/songwriter/artist is revealed in this portrait of madness, creativity and love.
Director: Jeff Feuerzeig | Stars: Daniel Johnston, Mabel Johnston, Bill Johnston, Laurie Allen
Votes: 10,531 | Gross: $0.33M
21. The Killers: Live from the Royal Albert Hall (2009 Video)
Not Rated | 104 min | Music
In July, 2009, the Killers set out to create a gift for their fans...a spectacular concert experience, at a uniquely majestic venue, featuring their greatest songs - filmed with pristine ... See full summary »
Director: Dick Carruthers | Stars: The Killers, Jeremy Bates, Jimmy Carr, Brandon Flowers
Votes: 280
22. Morrissey: Who Put the M in Manchester (2005 Video)
99 min | Music
A great live show from Morrissey, not only is the concert on his home turf, it's also on his birthday. Morrissey displays all of the charm and wit that have fueled his popularity. Watch as ... See full summary »
Director: Bucky Fukumoto | Stars: Morrissey, Boz Boorer, Dean Butterworth, Michael Kevin Farrell
Votes: 137
23. Bob Marley and the Wailers: Live! At the Rainbow (1991 Video)
72 min | Documentary, Music
Bob Marley and the Wailers perform a live concert at the Rainbow (London, England) June 1977.
Director: Keef | Star: Bob Marley
Votes: 99
24. Texas Paris (2001 TV Movie)
Documentary, Music
Documentary about and live performances from Texas's concerts in Paris on 4th and 22nd April 2001.
Directors: Dick Carruthers, Philippe Andre | Stars: Sharleen Spiteri, Johnny McElhone, Ally McErlaine, Eddie Campbell
Votes: 38
25. ZZ Top: Live from Texas (2008 Video)
Not Rated | 122 min | Music
Filmed in their home state of Texas in front of a wildly enthusiastic audience, this film captures ZZ Top at their very best.
Director: Milton Lage | Stars: Billy Gibbons, Frank Beard, Dusty Hill
Votes: 178
26. Pina (2011)
PG | 103 min | Documentary, Music
A tribute to the late German choreographer Pina Bausch, as her dancers perform her most famous creations.
Director: Wim Wenders | Stars: Pina Bausch, Regina Advento, Malou Airaudo, Ruth Amarante
Votes: 15,947 | Gross: $3.52M
27. End of the Century: The Story of the Ramones (2003)
TV-14 | 110 min | Documentary, Biography, Music
The story of the punk rock band The Ramones.
Directors: Jim Fields, Michael Gramaglia | Stars: Rick Rubin, Tommy Ramone, Dee Dee Ramone, Johnny Ramone
Votes: 3,888 | Gross: $0.39M
28. Love & Mercy (2014)
PG-13 | 121 min | Biography, Drama, Music
In the 60s, Beach Boys leader Brian Wilson struggles with emerging psychosis as he attempts to craft his avant-garde pop masterpiece. In the 80s, he's a broken, confused man under the 24-hour watch of shady therapist, Dr. Eugene Landy.
Director: Bill Pohlad | Stars: John Cusack, Paul Dano, Elizabeth Banks, Paul Giamatti
Votes: 42,607 | Gross: $12.55M
29. U2: 360 Degrees at the Rose Bowl (2010 Video)
Not Rated | 131 min | Documentary, Music
Live performance of U2 at the Rose Bowl in California. Part of the "U2 360° Tour", which is titled for the use of a 360° stage and audience configuration.
Director: Tom Krueger | Stars: Bono, The Edge, Adam Clayton, Larry Mullen Jr.
Votes: 722
30. The Wrecking Crew! (2008)
PG | 101 min | Documentary, History, Music
A celebration of the musical work of a group of session musicians known as "The Wrecking Crew", a band that provided back-up instrumentals to such legendary recording artists as Frank Sinatra, The Beach Boys and Bing Crosby.
Director: Denny Tedesco | Stars: Brian Wilson, Dick Clark, Cher, Herb Alpert
Votes: 3,676 | Gross: $0.80M
31. Who Is Harry Nilsson (And Why Is Everybody Talkin' About Him?) (2010)
Not Rated | 116 min | Documentary, Biography, Music
The life and work of the enigmatic folk rock singer-songwriter.
Director: John Scheinfeld | Stars: Gerry Beckley, Lee Blackman, Perry Botkin Jr., Ray Cooper
Votes: 1,870 | Gross: $0.03M
32. Glass (2007)
Not Rated | 119 min | Documentary, Biography, Music
Academy Award®-nominated director Scott Hicks ("Shine") documents an eventful year in the career and personal life of distinguished Western classical composer Philip Glass as he interacts ... See full summary »
Director: Scott Hicks | Stars: Philip Glass, Holly Critchlow, Chuck Close, JoAnne Akalaitis
Votes: 777 | Gross: $0.02M
33. The Miles Davis Story (2001 TV Movie)
Not Rated | 125 min | Documentary, Music
A review of the life and work of Miles Davis as told by those who knew and worked with him.
Director: Michael Dibb | Stars: Jimmy Cobb, Shirley Horn, Frances Davis, Clark Terry
Votes: 318
34. Elvis (2005)
TV-14 | 87 min | Biography, Drama, Music
A chronicle of the life of Elvis Presley, from his humble beginnings to his rise to international stardom.
Stars: Jonathan Rhys Meyers, Rose McGowan, Randy Quaid, Tim Guinee
Votes: 4,190
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