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Three generations of rock guitarists come together for It Might Get Loud, a 2009 documentary directed by Davis Guggenheim (An Inconvenient Truth). These are not just your garden-variety guitar gods: Jimmy Page, in his mid-'60s at the time of the film, founded Led Zeppelin, who dominated the 1970s following the breakup of the Beatles. As a member of U2, 48-year-old David Evans, better known as the Edge, created one of the most distinctive and influential sounds of the past quarter century. And 34-year-old Jack White (of the White Stripes, the Raconteurs, and the Dead Weather) was described by one music publication as "the most significant rock 'n' roll figure of the past ten years." Guggenheim, who followed the three around for the better part of a year, takes us into their individual lives, past and present. There are shots of Page as a young London session musician, with the Yardbirds and Zeppelin, at Headley Grange (the estate where much of the fourth Zep album was made), and at home with his record collection. The Edge takes us to the Dublin classroom where U2 first rehearsed, as well as to the practice room he uses now (never a virtuoso soloist, he developed a style based on texture and a mind-boggling array of effects); and White, whose insistence on authenticity is admirable but perhaps a tad self-conscious, constructs a "guitar" from a plank of wood, a piece of wire, and a Coke bottle (he also plays a recording by the primitive bluesman Son House, featuring just voice and handclaps, that White says is still his biggest inspiration). The three also converge on a Hollywood sound stage, where they chat and a do a little jamming on Zep's "In My Time of Dying" (with all three playing slide guitar) and the Band's "The Weight." It's hard to say if the film's appeal will extend beyond guitar freaks and fans of these particular bands, but at the very least, It Might Get Loud offers some interesting insight into the soul and inspiration behind some of pop's best and most popular music. --Sam Graham
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41 of 41 people found the following review helpful
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Watched this film on a plane without any prior knowledge of its existence, and what a huge treat it was. Intelligently constructed by Davis Guggenheim - and frankly a great concept too - the three guitarists are very well chosen. We landed 20mins before the end of the show - hence my searching for the DVD - and I can only say that I was v distraught to be torn away from it. Great archive footage, great contemporary footage, genuine insights, contrasts, humour and needless to say, some not-half-bad music as well... HIGHLY recommend.
28 of 29 people found the following review helpful
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What a nice little documentary. Some very interesting nuggets and a look into the workings of the creation of individual guitarists 'voices'. The balance between the three ages of experience is a good dynamic for the discussion/jam session too. I don't play anything myself but it was all very understandbale to the lay-person and I'll definatley be buying for some of my mates who do play.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
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You can read the title. You know who is in it. So it should be no surprise what you're going to get.
It's not intended to be a super detailed history of the 3 guys, any such film would be 5 hours long, but it is intended to bring three great guitarists together, who have all dedicated their life to an instrument that has moved in and out of fashion and who have all ended up going in totally different directions. But they still share a love for the instrument and now have a chance to explain what it means to them.
I'm guitar player, so I loved it.
Just to see the look on Jack White's and The Edge's faces as Jimmy Page breaks into Whole Lotta Love in front of them makes the film alone priceless and worth it.
It's not intended to be a super detailed history of the 3 guys, any such film would be 5 hours long, but it is intended to bring three great guitarists together, who have all dedicated their life to an instrument that has moved in and out of fashion and who have all ended up going in totally different directions. But they still share a love for the instrument and now have a chance to explain what it means to them.
I'm guitar player, so I loved it.
Just to see the look on Jack White's and The Edge's faces as Jimmy Page breaks into Whole Lotta Love in front of them makes the film alone priceless and worth it.
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...AND THE POINT WAS?
A wasted opportunity might be a suitable answer to the above question. I may be wrong, but I watched this (on HBO, thankfully) thinking that it was about guitarists playing... Read more
Published 1 day ago by Carlo Matthews
It does get loud
If you like just one of the guitarists in this DVD then buy this DVD there are some amazing clips, even the out takes are worth a watch. Read more
Published 6 days ago by Tony Farrant
Missed the target and the point.
This film opens with Jack White constructing a one string electric guitar using a hammer, several pieces of wood, a single coil pickup and a guitar string. Read more
Published 12 days ago by P. White
Not as good as could have been??
It is v interesting but really takes off during the closing credits when they all pay together. Could have done with more of that. The deleted scenes are also good. Read more
Published 15 days ago by dtb200
Very worth it!
A truely amazing film! Very great people and a good balance of talking and jamming. Very inspirational and moving. I actually cried it was that good! You must buy this! :D
Published 1 month ago by Clare
Very enjoyable
I loved this DVD. I had never heard a song from jack white, but got to respect him after this movie. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Bring_back_the_60s
Brilliant!
If you are hoping for loads of concert clips don't bother but if you want a unique insight into the minds of three fantastic guitarists who obviously respect each others talents... Read more
Published 3 months ago by M. Wootton
It did get loud
Three amazing musicians. Each one has their own method of playing the guitar. I wish there were more dvds like this.
Published 5 months ago by MR A J LEWIS
To be seen
An improbable bunch of great guitarists that exchange music ideas and share life experiences. For music lovers that can appreciate a 'backstage' atmosphere and random musical... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Ali
it might get loud
Very good DVD, this is a must for any guitar player or band member Jimmy Page ,The Edge & Jack White give you an insight into how they found their particular sound they were... Read more
Published 7 months ago by G. Hill
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