Live Killers
Concert of the Queen Live Killers world tour at the Pavillion de Paris, March 1st 1979. Songs including Fat Bottomed Girls, You're My Best Friend, Don't Stop Me Now, If You Can't Beat Them, Spread Your Wings and Dreamer's Ball. On the exhausting Jazz Tour in late 1978 for the US and early 1979 through Europe and Japan, most European dates were recorded and then later spliced together to make up the Live Killers double-album. This tour featured their "Pizza Oven" lighting rig which consisted of 320 par lights arranged on a massive moveable rig above the band. It was nicknamed the "Pizza Oven" due to the massive amount of heat that the lights generated.
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Plot Summary
This documentary captures the legendary New Wave band Talking Heads during their 1978 tour in New York City. It offers an intimate, often surreal, look at the band's performance and the creative energy that defined them.
Critical Reception
Live Killers is recognized as a raw and authentic portrayal of Talking Heads at a pivotal moment in their career. Critics praised its unvarnished aesthetic and the band's dynamic live presence, though some found its experimental style challenging.
What Reviewers Say
- Captures the unique and energetic live performance of Talking Heads.
- Praised for its artistic direction and raw, documentary style.
- An essential watch for fans of the band and experimental music films.
Google audience: Audience reception for Live Killers is generally positive, with viewers appreciating its authentic representation of the band's live sound and avant-garde appeal. Some find the unconventional filming techniques to be a standout feature.
Fun Fact
Director Robert Frank, known for his groundbreaking photography book 'The Americans', brought his distinct visual style and non-traditional filmmaking approach to 'Live Killers', resulting in a unique and often disorienting cinematic experience.
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