Monterey Pop (1968)
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Storyline
Featuring performances by popular artists of the 1960s, this concert film highlights the music of the 1967 California festival. Although not all musicians who performed at the Monterey Pop Festival are on film, some of the notable acts include the Mamas and the Papas, Simon & Garfunkel, Jefferson Airplane, the Who, Otis Redding, and the Jimi Hendrix Experience. Hendrix's post-performance antics -- lighting a guitar on fire, breaking it and tossing a part into the audience -- are captured.
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Movie Details
| Original title | Monterey Pop |
|---|---|
| Release date | Dec 26, 1968 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | rock 'n' roll, audience, direct cinema, concert film, monterey pop festival |
FAQ
What is Monterey Pop about?
Featuring performances by popular artists of the 1960s, this concert film highlights the music of the 1967 California festival. Although not all musicians who performed at the Monterey Pop Festival are on film, some of the notable acts include the Mamas and the Papas, Simon & Garfunkel, Jefferson Airplane, the Who, Otis Redding, and the Jimi Hendrix Experience. Hendrix's post-performance antics -- lighting a guitar on fire, breaking it and tossing a part into the audience -- are captured.
When was Monterey Pop released?
Monterey Pop was released on Dec 26, 1968 (status: Released).
Who directed Monterey Pop?
D. A. Pennebaker directed Monterey Pop.
What is the TMDB rating of Monterey Pop?
Monterey Pop has a TMDB rating of 7.4/10 from 99 votes.