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Soundtrack to a Coup d'Etat review superb study of how jazz got caught between the cold war and the CIA

Johan Grimonprez's Soundtrack to a Coup d'Etat intricately connects jazz music with geopolitical events of the 1950s and 60s, including the role of colonialism.

Hyper: The Stevie Hyper D Story review massively entertaining portrait of legendary MC

The film effectively brings the story of Stevie Hyper D and the drum'n'bass genre to a wider audience.
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Pharrell Williams' biopic is a Lego movie. He says it shows his 'soul's intention'

Pharrell Williams' film "Piece by Piece" uses Lego animation to tell his musical journey and personal growth.
The documentary features Williams' collaborations and highlights significant moments in his career.

Review | 'Piece by Piece' is a Pharrell Williams block party

"Piece by Piece" utilizes animated Lego blocks to create a unique and engaging documentary about the influential hip-hop producer Pharrell Williams.

Piece by Piece review Pharrell's Lego biopic deserves to be a blockbuster

The Lego musical biography Piece By Piece successfully showcases Pharrell Williams' eclectic musical journey in a fun and imaginative way.

piece by piece, pharrell williams' biopic comes to life and theaters entirely as a LEGO movie

Pharrell Williams' animated biopic uses LEGO to creatively tell his life story, emphasizing his musical journey and vibrant artistry.

Piece By Piece review heartfelt biopic of Pharrell Williams's life in Lego

'Piece By Piece' uses Lego to depict Pharrell Williams's life, yet oversimplifies his complexity as an artist.
The film's heartwarming approach lacks the depth seen in the 'Lego Movie' franchise.

Pharrell Williams' biopic is a Lego movie. He says it shows his 'soul's intention'

Pharrell Williams' film "Piece by Piece" uses Lego animation to tell his musical journey and personal growth.
The documentary features Williams' collaborations and highlights significant moments in his career.

Review | 'Piece by Piece' is a Pharrell Williams block party

"Piece by Piece" utilizes animated Lego blocks to create a unique and engaging documentary about the influential hip-hop producer Pharrell Williams.

Piece by Piece review Pharrell's Lego biopic deserves to be a blockbuster

The Lego musical biography Piece By Piece successfully showcases Pharrell Williams' eclectic musical journey in a fun and imaginative way.

piece by piece, pharrell williams' biopic comes to life and theaters entirely as a LEGO movie

Pharrell Williams' animated biopic uses LEGO to creatively tell his life story, emphasizing his musical journey and vibrant artistry.

Piece By Piece review heartfelt biopic of Pharrell Williams's life in Lego

'Piece By Piece' uses Lego to depict Pharrell Williams's life, yet oversimplifies his complexity as an artist.
The film's heartwarming approach lacks the depth seen in the 'Lego Movie' franchise.
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Harder Than the Rock review reggae's unsung heroes finally get their moment

Cimarons, the UK's first reggae band, have received renewed recognition through a documentary that sheds light on their underappreciated legacy.

This Search for Meaning review slick reminder of radical rockers Placebo

The documentary explores Placebo's radical cultural impact while showcasing the complexities of aging rock stars.

Under the Stars: Strange Men want your library card - 48 hills

The documentary 'Between The Beats' highlights the importance of San Francisco's early rave culture and its influence on music and tech.

Harder Than the Rock review reggae's unsung heroes finally get their moment

Cimarons, the UK's first reggae band, have received renewed recognition through a documentary that sheds light on their underappreciated legacy.

This Search for Meaning review slick reminder of radical rockers Placebo

The documentary explores Placebo's radical cultural impact while showcasing the complexities of aging rock stars.

Under the Stars: Strange Men want your library card - 48 hills

The documentary 'Between The Beats' highlights the importance of San Francisco's early rave culture and its influence on music and tech.
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Heartbreakers Beach Party Review: Cameron Crowe Gets Intimate With Tom Petty

Cameron Crowe's "Heartbreakers Beach Party" revives a key moment in music history through personal insights from Tom Petty, despite its meandering narrative.
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I never said I was going to retire ...' Paul Simon on disability, drive and the mystery behind his greatest songs

Paul Simon attributes much of his songwriting to an external, mysterious source, describing certain songs as not stemming from his personal experience.

Blood Incantation: Absolute Elsewhere

Blood Incantation fuses krautrock's surreal elements with death metal's intensity, exemplifying a unique, nerdy approach to the genre.
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'Road Diary: Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band' Filmmaker Thom Zimny Takes Us Inside the Most Legendary Show on Earth

Thom Zimny's "Road Diary" reflects on Bruce Springsteen and E Street Band's legacy, spotlighting their journey and the evolution of their recent tour.

Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band Add 2025 European Tour Dates

Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band will tour Europe in 2025, alongside a new documentary release addressing band member Patti Scialfa's health issues.

'Road Diary: Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band' Filmmaker Thom Zimny Takes Us Inside the Most Legendary Show on Earth

Thom Zimny's "Road Diary" reflects on Bruce Springsteen and E Street Band's legacy, spotlighting their journey and the evolution of their recent tour.

Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band Add 2025 European Tour Dates

Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band will tour Europe in 2025, alongside a new documentary release addressing band member Patti Scialfa's health issues.
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Paul McCartney and Wings: One Hand Clapping review restored rockumentary is pure pleasure

The restored documentary showcases Paul McCartney's vibrant creativity and mastery during the Wings era, highlighting his contributions to music history.

Elton John is bringing a new documentary to the UK's biggest film fest

The documentary 'Elton John: Never Too Late' offers an intimate look at the singer's 50-year career and personal struggles, premiering at the BFI London Film Festival.

Alex Ross Perry's New Pavement Movie to Premiere at Venice Film Festival

Pavements, a hybrid biopic on Pavement, will premiere at Venice Film Festival, combining documentary, musical, and scripted elements.

BAMPFA Film Series Spotlights Trans Masculine, Butch and Stud Protagonists

Chavela (2017) is a music documentary about Mexican singer Chavela Vargas.
The Aggressives (2005) follows trans masculine folks in the New York ballroom scene of the 1990s and 2000s.
Shinjuku Boys (1995) explores the lives of three trans men in Tokyo host clubs.
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