Gimme Shelter

Name: Gimme Shelter
Released: 1970-12-13T00:00:00-05:00

1970 Documentary, Music · 1h 32m

A detailed chronicle of the famous 1969 tour of the United States by the British rock band The Rolling Stones, which culminated with the disastrous and tragic concert held on December 6 at the Altamont Speedway Free Festival, an event of historical significance, as it marked the end of an era: the generation of peace and love suddenly became the generation of disillusionment.

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About Gimme Shelter

Gimme Shelter meticulously documents The Rolling Stones' 1969 American tour, a journey that culminated in the ill-fated free concert at Altamont Speedway. This event, intended to be a celebration of peace and music, tragically devolved into chaos and violence, marking a seismic shift in the cultural landscape. The film serves as a raw and unflinching chronicle of this pivotal moment, capturing the band's electrifying performances alongside the growing sense of unease and disillusionment that permeated the era. More than just a concert film, Gimme Shelter is a powerful statement on the end of an era, the fading idealism of the 1960s, and the enduring power of rock and roll.

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Cast and Characters

Directed by Albert Maysles, Gimme Shelter features The Rolling Stones, with Mick Jagger as the charismatic frontman, Charlie Watts on drums, Keith Richards on guitar, Mick Taylor also on guitar, and Bill Wyman on bass. The film also includes an appearance by Marty Balin of Jefferson Airplane, highlighting the broader musical context of the era. The focus remains firmly on the band's performances and the unfolding events surrounding the Altamont concert.

What people like about Gimme Shelter

Audiences and critics alike have lauded Gimme Shelter for its cinma vrit style, offering an unvarnished and immediate perspective on the events as they unfolded. Many reviewers praised the film's unflinching portrayal of the Altamont concert, recognizing its historical significance and its impact on the cultural narrative of the time. The film's ability to capture the raw energy of The Rolling Stones' performances, juxtaposed with the growing tension and eventual tragedy, has also been widely commended.

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Movie Score

74%

Released

December 13, 1970

Director

Albert Maysles

Cast

Mick Jagger, Charlie Watts, Keith Richards, Mick Taylor, Bill Wyman, Marty Balin

Genre

Documentary, Music

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