With Brian Jones and the Rolling Stones, director Nick Broomfield revisits the little-known story of Brian Jones, the founding member of the legendary rock band. This documentary delves into the world of the Rolling Stones in the 1960s, an era marked by rebellion, creativity and excess.
Through exclusive interviews, rare testimonials and never-before-seen archive footage, the film pays tribute to Brian Jones, a musical visionary whose creativity laid the foundations for the Rolling Stones' success. However, behind his genius lay personal conflicts and growing tensions with the other members, leading to his ousting and tragic death in 1969.
This documentary promises to be a captivating dive into the rise of the greatest rock band of all time, while revealing an often-overlooked facet of their history.
Brian Jones and the Rolling Stones will be released in France on February 19, 2025.
Synopsis: Who really remembers Brian Jones? Yet he was the visionary behind the Rolling Stones. Through exclusive interviews with close friends and family, band members and rare, never-before-seen archive footage, this documentary traces the incredible career of this genius musician. Celebrating his fundamental role in the birth and success of the Rolling Stones, the film delves deep into the internal tensions that led to his tragic ousting, revealing a fascinating and moving story of the rise of the greatest rock band of all time.
This documentary is aimed above all at Rolling Stones fans, but also at fans of rock music and fascinating behind-the-scenes stories of show business. Fans of 60s icons will find here an in-depth exploration of a charismatic and complex artist.
What sets Brian Jones and the Rolling Stones apart is its unprecedented focus on Brian Jones, a figure often overshadowed by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards in the collective memory. Celebrating his key role and revealing the band's internal conflicts, Nick Broomfield offers a fresh and poignant look at the Stones' legacy.
For those who enjoyed works like Amy (2015) about Amy Winehouse or What Happened, Miss Simone? (2015) about Nina Simone, this documentary promises an equally immersive and emotional experience.
Brian Jones and the Rolling Stones is much more than a tribute: it's a journey through the tumultuous history of one of rock's greatest bands, told through the fascinating and tragic story of Brian Jones. It's a must-see for music fans and the curious who want to go behind the scenes of '60s rock.
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