Neil Young & Crazy Horse: Inside Greendale
"Inside Greendale" highlights in-studio footage of Neil Young and Crazy Horse recording "Greendale," as well scenes from the "Greendale" film, brought together by the artist in an innovative mixed-media format. The result, which includes dazzling special effects, adds new depth to both the visual and audio components of Neil Young's epic tale of the Green family, a Northern California clan that includes Earl Green, a Vietnam vet who makes a deal with the Panama-hatted devil to sell his psychedelic paintings; his drug dealing cousin Jed, who kills a cop and goes to jail; and his daughter Sun, an eco-warrior who battles big oil in the Alaskan wilderness.
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Plot Summary
This film captures Neil Young and Crazy Horse performing their concept album 'Greendale' in its entirety live. The performance is interspersed with narrative elements and theatrical staging that bring the album's story of an eco-conscious family living in the fictional town of Greendale to life. It offers a unique visual interpretation of the album's themes and characters.
Critical Reception
As a live performance film of a specific concept album, 'Inside Greendale' received mixed to positive reviews, primarily from fans of Neil Young and his more experimental projects. Critics often noted the ambitious nature of the production and Young's continued artistic dedication, though some found the theatrical elements less successful than the musical performances.
What Reviewers Say
- Appreciated for its unique blend of live concert and theatrical performance.
- Praised by fans for the raw energy of Neil Young and Crazy Horse.
- Some found the narrative and staging elements less compelling than the music itself.
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Fun Fact
The 'Greendale' album and subsequent film were conceived as a multi-media project, with Young also writing a graphic novel to accompany the story.
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