Release Date
01 Jan, 1970
Runtime
01:02: (HH:MM)
Synopsis
Released in 1994, this documentary tells the story of the life of Robbie Robertson, a central figure in the band that established an era of American rock music, through various images and interviews. The film covers Robbie's encounter with Southern music, the origin of his music, his time with the Hawks, his collaboration with Bob Dylan, and his performance at the legendary Woodstock. The Last Waltz, from the breakup to becoming a solo artist, and working with director Martin Scorsese. Robbie himself talks about his career as a solo artist and his induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1994. Also featured are 'Lost Performance' film segments from the Band's appearance at Woodstock, as well as unreleased clips of Robbie and the Band backing up Bob Dylan on the infamous 'Eat the Document' tour.
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Robbie Robertson
Rick Danko
Garth Hudson
Richard Manuel
Levon Helm
Bob Dylan
Eric Clapton
Ronnie Hawkins
Martin Scorsese
Daniel Lanois
Barry Levinson
Sean Penn