Portishead: Roseland New York
Portishead: Roseland New York

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Portishead: Roseland New York

1998
Movie
93 min
English

Portishead concert in the Roseland Ballroom, New York City, on 24th July 1997 with tracks from the albums "Dummy" and "Portishead" played by the band and a 30 piece orchestra.

Insights

IMDb7.8/10
Director: Robert WoodGenres: Concert Film, Music, Trip Hop

Plot Summary

This live concert film captures the acclaimed British trip-hop band Portishead performing at the Roseland Ballroom in New York City. Featuring a fuller sound with the addition of a string section and brass, the band delivers a powerful and atmospheric rendition of songs from their first two albums, Dummy and Portishead.

Critical Reception

Portishead: Roseland New York was widely praised for its intense atmosphere, stunning visuals, and the band's captivating live performance. Critics lauded the expanded arrangements and the raw emotional delivery of vocalist Beth Gibbons, solidifying the band's reputation as formidable live performers.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric and moody live performance.

  • Beth Gibbons' vocal performance is highlighted as particularly emotive and powerful.

  • The expanded instrumentation, including strings and brass, enhanced the live experience.

Google audience: Audience reviews consistently highlight the concert film's immersive quality and the band's exceptional musicianship. Many viewers express a deep appreciation for the faithful yet enhanced live interpretations of their favorite songs.

Fun Fact

The concert film was recorded just days before the band was scheduled to perform at Glastonbury Festival, showcasing a band at the peak of their live prowess.

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