Movies

Norman Lear Would Change Modern TV, But First He Came to Iowa

Norman Lear Would Change Modern TV, But First He Came to Iowa

I have been struck by how long the accolades have continued after the passing of Norman Lear. It made me realize that I have a story, too.

Micky Dolenz Might Have Finally Figured Out What the Monkees’ ‘Head’ Was About

Micky Dolenz Might Have Finally Figured Out What the Monkees’ ‘Head’ Was About

Micky Dolenz says there was a fundamental change in the way movies were made after the Monkees’ ‘Head’ arrived 55 years ago this week. 

‘Long Story Short: Willie Nelson 90’: Movies

‘Long Story Short: Willie Nelson 90’: Movies

‘Long Story Short: Willie Nelson 90’ was well-meaning, heartfelt, and often well-performed – but a few intangibles were lacking.

Love It or Hate It, the Beatles’ ‘Magical Mystery Tour’ Film Always Intrigues

Love It or Hate It, the Beatles’ ‘Magical Mystery Tour’ Film Always Intrigues

The Beatles premiered their blatantly weird, critically savaged ‘Magical Mystery Tour’ film 55 years ago today on the BBC.

‘The Beatles and India’ (2022): Movies

‘The Beatles and India’ (2022): Movies

‘The Beatles and India’ provides a fresh perspective on a seemingly well-known topic, and will inspire fans to dig deeper into a transformative period.

‘Get Back’: Rescuing the ‘Wonder’ of the Beatles

‘Get Back’: Rescuing the ‘Wonder’ of the Beatles

Mike Tiano says Peter Jackson’s sweeping ‘Get Back’ documentary did something miraculous for those who followed the Beatles during their heyday.

Roger Waters – ‘Us + Them’ (2020)

Roger Waters – ‘Us + Them’ (2020)

Roger Waters has been fighting this fight for a long time, and it is amazing how songs that he wrote decades ago sound so relevant today.

When Jeff Lynne’s ELO Triumphantly Returned With ‘Live in Hyde Park’

When Jeff Lynne’s ELO Triumphantly Returned With ‘Live in Hyde Park’

Released five years ago today, ‘Jeff Lynne’s ELO Live in Hyde Park’ gave fans a chance to revisit – and reconsider – the Electric Light Orchestra.

Bob Dylan’s Elvis Movie: ‘Hearts of Fire’ (1986)

Bob Dylan’s Elvis Movie: ‘Hearts of Fire’ (1986)

It’s uncertain what drew him to the project, but the little-seen ‘Hearts of Fire’ actually mirrors attitudes often associated with Bob Dylan.

Inside the Making of Pink Floyd’s ‘The Later Years’: Something Else! Interview

Inside the Making of Pink Floyd’s ‘The Later Years’: Something Else! Interview

Steve Matteo discussed a new box focusing on Pink Floyd’s 1987-2019 output with engineers Andy Jackson and Damon Iddins, and designer Aubrey Powell.