Neil Young - Haskell Wexler - Teatro Session
In the video John Hanlon, producer/recording engineer says: "Neil just captures the moment, he gives it his all, he goes for the throat. If he is not feeling it, he ain't gonna pick up the guitar. If he's feeling music, then he is recording, he's playing and I am recording it because that's what art is, capturing the movement, all the human imperfections, that is what it is about always. He is the commensurate artist, we get first takes on everything, that's the idea, cuz that's often times the best stuff. If you have to think about it that's not creating, that's thinking, then it doesn't work, it doesn't have that passion."
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Plot Summary
This film captures a unique performance by Neil Young and The Teatro Group during a rehearsal session for the 'Are You Passionate?' album. Directed by the legendary cinematographer Haskell Wexler, the documentary offers an intimate look at the creative process, showcasing the band's musical exploration and Wexler's distinctive visual style. It provides a rare glimpse into the spontaneous moments of artistic creation within a studio environment.
Critical Reception
As a niche concert film and documentary, 'Neil Young - Haskell Wexler - Teatro Session' received limited mainstream critical reviews. However, for fans of Neil Young and Haskell Wexler, the film is often praised for its artistic merit and the raw, unpolished glimpse into the creative process it offers. It's considered a valuable addition to the discographies of both artists for its authenticity and directorial vision.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its intimate portrayal of musical creation.
- Appreciated by fans for the rare behind-the-scenes look at Neil Young's process.
- Haskell Wexler's directorial and cinematography contributions are noted for their artistic quality.
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Fun Fact
The session captured in this film was a rehearsal for Neil Young's 2002 album 'Are You Passionate?', with the legendary cinematographer Haskell Wexler directing and filming.
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