The Other Side of the Mirror: Bob Dylan: Live at the Newport Folk Festival

This documentary captures Bob Dylan's legendary 1965 Newport Folk Festival performance, the one where he controversially went electric. It intersperses footage from that iconic set with interviews and other performances from the festival. The film explores the cultural impact of Dylan's shift and the broader context of folk music at the time.

The film was generally well-received for its historical significance and the raw energy of Dylan's performance. Critics lauded the opportunity to see the pivotal Newport set in its entirety, alongside other compelling performances from the era, offering a unique glimpse into a defining moment in music history.

• Praised for documenting a pivotal moment in music history.
• Appreciated for its inclusion of other significant festival performances.
• Seen as an essential watch for Bob Dylan fans and music historians.

Google audience: Viewers largely celebrated the film's historical importance, particularly the inclusion of Dylan's controversial electric set at Newport. Many found the documentary to be a fascinating look at a turning point in folk music and a must-see for understanding Dylan's artistic evolution.

The documentary uses footage that was largely shot by Murray Lerner, who filmed the Newport Folk Festival from 1963 to 1966 and had been sitting on the tapes for decades before this film was made.