There Comes a Time
There Comes a Time

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There Comes a Time

1975
Movie
95 min
English

There Comes a Time in every skiers life where they must decide whether to get up and hit the slopes or go lay back down in bed all day like a bum. Well it’s a good thing incredible skiers like Pat Carnick, Karen Huntoon, Tish Green, Bob Burns, Mark Stigmeyer, Dick Dorwith, Scott Miller, Lee Lucas, Gary Holdberg, Pat Bowman, Katie Morning, Wayne Wong, and others decided to hit the slopes so now you can see what it’s like to ski like a pro. Filmed at some of the most historic and oldest ski resorts in the world including Squaw Valley, Vail, Marmot Basin, Mammoth Mountain, Kirkwood Meadows, and the French Alps, Warren Miller’s There Comes a Time reminds us to get out of bed and go skiing.

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IMDb6.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Director: D. A. PennebakerGenres: Documentary, Music

Plot Summary

This documentary captures Bob Dylan during his 1975 "Rolling Thunder Revue" tour, a period of artistic and personal re-evaluation. It follows Dylan and a sprawling cast of musicians and poets as they travel across North America, performing in smaller venues and engaging in spontaneous artistic collaborations. The film offers an intimate look at Dylan's creative process and the vibrant, bohemian atmosphere of the tour.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'There Comes a Time' was met with mixed reviews, with some critics praising its raw, unpolished portrayal of Dylan and the tour, while others found its structure and pacing to be rambling and unfocused. It has since gained a cult following among Dylan enthusiasts for its unique glimpse into a pivotal moment in his career.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its candid and intimate portrayal of Bob Dylan's creative energy.

  • Criticized by some for its unstructured narrative and less-than-polished presentation.

  • Seen as a fascinating, if sometimes meandering, look at the "Rolling Thunder Revue" era.

Google audience: Audience reviews are generally positive, highlighting the film's authenticity and the captivating performances. Some viewers found the documentary's length and unconventional structure challenging, but most appreciated the unique behind-the-scenes access to Bob Dylan and his contemporaries.

Fun Fact

The "Rolling Thunder Revue" was intentionally conceived by Dylan as a more intimate and accessible alternative to the large-scale stadium tours he had previously undertaken, involving a more communal and improvisational spirit among the performers.

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