Danny Says
Danny Says

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Danny Says

2015
Movie
104 min
English

DANNY SAYS is a documentary unveiling the amazing journey of Danny Fields. Fields has played a pivotal role in music and culture with seminal acts including: the Doors, the Velvet Underground, the Stooges, MC5, Nico, the Ramones and beyond.

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IMDb7.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes95%
Metacritic73/100
Google Users92%
Director: Brendan JoyceGenres: Documentary, Music

Plot Summary

This documentary chronicles the life and career of Danny Fields, a pivotal, yet often unseen, figure in rock and roll history. From his early days as an intern at a prominent law firm to his roles as a music executive, manager, and journalist, Fields has been instrumental in shaping the careers of legendary artists. The film explores his unique perspective on the music industry and his lasting impact on popular culture.

Critical Reception

Danny Says received largely positive reviews from critics, who praised its insightful look into the life of a fascinating music industry figure and its extensive archival footage. Reviewers often highlighted Danny Fields' unique personality and his significant, though often behind-the-scenes, contributions to music history.

What Reviewers Say

  • A captivating and often hilarious deep dive into the life of a legendary music industry insider.

  • Features incredible archival footage and interviews with rock and roll royalty.

  • Explores the evolution of music and culture through the eyes of a key impresario.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally praise the documentary for its engaging subject, insightful commentary, and rich historical context, finding it to be a compelling look at a significant figure in music history.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Documentary Feature at the Woodstock Film Festival.

Fun Fact

Danny Fields is credited with discovering the Ramones and helping to launch their career.

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