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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
The product in the picture is actually a 2 disc version, in beautiful packaging incidentally, the second disc of which is mostly made up of TV appearances. It's worth getting, especially for the two incendiary Saturday Night Live performances.
The main feature itself has some great moments, but don't expect any sort of traditional concert film or documentary. There are performances in lifts, rehearsal rooms and studios, answer-phone messages and plenty of grainy stage footage. My only disappointment was that the version of 'Wake Up', filmed in the midst of a concert crowd, which has such an emotional impact, was curtailed well before its end. Other than that, I loved it; a rich and imaginative piece of work.
The main feature itself has some great moments, but don't expect any sort of traditional concert film or documentary. There are performances in lifts, rehearsal rooms and studios, answer-phone messages and plenty of grainy stage footage. My only disappointment was that the version of 'Wake Up', filmed in the midst of a concert crowd, which has such an emotional impact, was curtailed well before its end. Other than that, I loved it; a rich and imaginative piece of work.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
If you're reading this and thinking of getting the DVD, you know a bit about Arcade Fire. You've heard their music, you know their instruments, and you're crushing on one of them.
Maybe not that last part, but the rest should be true. This DVD is a concert DVD, there's not really much of a Documentary in it. They showcase some of the most amazing things I've seen, like playing in an elevator (considering how many band members they are, pretty amazing), or in the middle of a crowd with a megaphone. They manage to bring out the best and worst feelings in me, and really shows what music is all about. I can't really think of many other bands that have such an amazing relationship with their fans as AF has.
Now, the concert clips aren't of the professional kind you see on the TV, they're marked by jittery motions, color changes and a handheld camera that shakes a lot. If AF were playing these concerts on a stage, this would probably not be the best way of taping them, but with how the concerts are played, this works very well. It all gives it a... relaxed feel.
The documentary part covers parts of the making of the Neon Bible album. Scenes from the different recording sessions with orchestras and choirs show you just what went into the making of the album, and just how much fun the band was having.
You should buy and watch this over and over. Afterwards, ask yourself which band is your favorite. If your answer isn't Arcade Fire, you haven't watched it enough times.
Maybe not that last part, but the rest should be true. This DVD is a concert DVD, there's not really much of a Documentary in it. They showcase some of the most amazing things I've seen, like playing in an elevator (considering how many band members they are, pretty amazing), or in the middle of a crowd with a megaphone. They manage to bring out the best and worst feelings in me, and really shows what music is all about. I can't really think of many other bands that have such an amazing relationship with their fans as AF has.
Now, the concert clips aren't of the professional kind you see on the TV, they're marked by jittery motions, color changes and a handheld camera that shakes a lot. If AF were playing these concerts on a stage, this would probably not be the best way of taping them, but with how the concerts are played, this works very well. It all gives it a... relaxed feel.
The documentary part covers parts of the making of the Neon Bible album. Scenes from the different recording sessions with orchestras and choirs show you just what went into the making of the album, and just how much fun the band was having.
You should buy and watch this over and over. Afterwards, ask yourself which band is your favorite. If your answer isn't Arcade Fire, you haven't watched it enough times.
Format:DVD
I loved it too! Arcade Fire capture my imagination and this dvd did them absolute justice - footage of electric performances put together to imaginative and dream-like effect; leaving their delicious sense of mystery intact.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Great DVD
This is pretty good, worth every penny. It's not a concert but a film with their music and some performances. Check out videos in youtube to get an idea.
Published on 17 May 2010 by J. Figueroa
DVD - Arcade Fire
I was slightly dissappointed by the first disc as I was expecting filmed performances (Disc 2 shows some performances particularly the Radio 2 Session). Read more
Published on 15 May 2009 by C. Cook
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