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Marc Bolan and T.Rex - Born to Boogie [DVD]

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4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)

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  • Directors: Ringo Starr
  • Format: DVD-Video, PAL
  • Language: English
  • Subtitles: German, English, French, Italian, Spanish
  • Region: All Regions
  • Aspect Ratio: 16:9 - 1.78:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Classification: Exempt
  • Studio: Sanctuary Visual Entertainment
  • DVD Release Date: 12 May 2008
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B0018AHIV0
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 167,222 in Film & TV (See Top 100 in Film & TV)

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33 of 34 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars 21st Century Boy/ DVD Review - Born to Boogie 28 July 2005
By Nickey
Format:DVD
As the Mott the Hoople anthem "All The Young Dudes" intones, "Who needs T.V. when I got T.Rex?"

Now you can indulge both obsessions in one glorius package. Beyond essential if you are a Rexhead. Essential for any serious student or historian of the endangered species Rock Music. Glam ruled the world for a short sweet time and Marc Bolan was the monarch. So much so that a feature film was obligatory. The resulting 1972 theatrical release was too patchy, disjointed and meandering to reward one concentrated sitting.

Fast forward to the 21st century. "Born To Boogie" has been reborn and lovingly restored. This project was about process and the process that birthed "Born to Boogie" is gloriously splattered across two DVD discs for your surfing and skimming pleasure. Sure, the original feature length film is here; buffed and spit-shined to sparkly effect. However, the real treasure is the extras and special features. Two full length London concerts are expertly remastered by T.Rex/Bowie Producer Tony Visconte and are splashy, trashy fun. English Punk starts here. In the glitter rock era, tunes were the thing and tunes are plentifully offered. Marc Bolan had pop smarts and they are in peak display on Born To Boogie. T.Rex may have been a hard sell in America, but clearly, there was no human being on the globe having a better life than Marc Bolan in 1972.

Irony and historical perspective comes courtesy of Producer/Director Ringo Starr. Ringo labors unmolested at the watermark Wembly concerts a scant 6 years after Beatlemania. T.Rextacy was the catch phrase for the panty-wetting hysteria surrounding Marc Bolan's 18 month reign as newest biggest thing in Rock. Both concerts have highlights and warts to please all. Marc manfully conquering a wayward vocal mike during "Telegram Sam" and tuning mid-song during "Bang A Gong". Marc cared and was a at the very least a seasoned pro. In 1972 even the prettiest stars of Pop music were required to have certain proficiency skills in music. Imagine Justin Timberlake or Britney Spears doing all the writing, singing and guitar playing on their records. You can't. Marc Bolan deserves his props for being a teen idol with a soul and vision of his own construct.

The real hidden treasures lie on Disc Two. A wonderful mini-rockumentary "When Glam Ruled The World". fills historical gaps without deconstruction of the essential mythology of Marc or Glam. For tech heads, we have Marc's son Rolan going on a voyage of paternal discovery through the celluloid remains of his father. 272 cans of original film footage were exumed and the restoration process is facinating. Give thanks to Ringo's forward thinking crusade to document the biggest thing in Rock since, well.... himself. A nice bonus is outakes of a super session comprising Marc Bolan, Elton John, and Ringo. Scene selection allows us to sample the sillyness and ephemera without overdose. This is the 5 pound See's familty sampler of Glam Rock. Not for one sitting, but best enjoyed and savored over time.

Want 1972?
You got it. Definative. 5 stars.

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5.0 out of 5 stars 20th Century Superstar and More! 27 May 2005
By A Customer
Format:DVD
Forget the half baked after-thoughts, T-Rex were THE band that transformed music for ever at the start of the 1970's, and this superbly restored DVD catches them at the height of their powers. Bolan struts about the stage with all the arrogance of a true superstar, but he also nods towards his hippie "Tyrannosaurs" roots with a cross-legged acoustic set. The film itself is based around the Wembley concert, with the classic tunes only occasionally punctured by the surreal images of Bolan, the poet-in-chief, and Ringo Starr, dressed as a mouse, joking around on an airfield and a show stopping performance from Mickey Finn devouring jam at the mad hatters tea party. There is also the unforgettable collaboration with Elton John, where Bolan's head appears from inside Elt's piano, painted white like a musical spectre. The film alone is worth the entrance fee, but the extras complete a breath-taking package, including: both concerts from Wembley in full, a documentary headed by Bolan's son Rolan (and you thought Brooklyn was bad!) And the earliest surviving black and white recording of Tyrannosaurs Rex, to name but a few. This is an epic DVD set which no music fan should be without. As Bolan himself said, "If there is a rock and roll history, this will go down in it". It certainly has! Boogie on.
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars T. Rexcellence 27 Oct 2005
Format:DVD
A stunning restoration of this film with the great care and attention that was needed to do it justice. Transports you back to 1972 as though it was yesterday. The fun and humour of the time and the affection with which all those involved look back at the period and project is infectious and heart-warming. How modern technology enables material of this type to be cleansed and invigorated with new life is as remarkable as the performance of the band itself.

Outstanding value at twice the price.

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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars great
Love this, such a shame he is no longer with us , this gives a good insight to his music etc
Published 1 month ago by Mrs A. S Kimber
5.0 out of 5 stars A blast from the past that should be the future
I've waited years to see this movie, but I'm glad I hung on for the deluxe DVD edition; the wealth of extras make it the ultimate purchase, giving you not only a cleaned-up version... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Johnny M
5.0 out of 5 stars I was always born to boogie !!
well at last affter seeing the film originally when it came out this still bolan fan had to get hold of the cd takes me back to my youth ""
not so long ago !! Read more
Published 7 months ago by Graham Spafford
2.0 out of 5 stars Rover
Disappointed in the content of the CD not one of T/Rex's best efforts. Would not recommend purchase of this CD
Published 14 months ago by JACKTACT
5.0 out of 5 stars Bolantastic
What a fantastic film. I was 12 when I saw it originally. In fact, my mother took my brother to see the eagle has landed, a 3 hour movie, and, I had Marc and Co babysit me! Read more
Published 20 months ago by Mr. C. J. Allen
5.0 out of 5 stars A must for all Marc/ T Rex fans
Just sheer joy to see the wonderful Mr Bolan at his best. All the hits are here and the concert just takes you back to how things were in in 1972. Read more
Published 22 months ago by C. M. Egglestone
5.0 out of 5 stars If you like T. Rex, this is absolutely AWESOME
As I said in the title, if you're a fan of T. Rex, you will love this dvd.
I've just started listening to his music, I didn't know Marc Bolan or T. Read more
Published on 24 Sep 2010 by Laura_Young
4.0 out of 5 stars 20th century toy!
Born to Boogie the movie is really good fun and shows off Marc clowning around at his best. This 2CD set's great but without the visuals obviously doesn't quite capture the magic... Read more
Published on 20 July 2010 by Mellow Guru
5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely Brilliant
This is Marc and T.Rex at their peak. Absolutely brilliant. What more can I say. All the hits are here and extra material from Rolan Bolan interviewing past members etc. Read more
Published on 7 July 2010 by G. S. Fazakas
5.0 out of 5 stars What a gem!
The bonus DVD of the concert footage is superb! I remember reading the music paper write ups at the time and wishing I'd been there. Read more
Published on 11 Jun 2010 by Mellow Guru
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