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U2: 360° at the Rose Bowl
U2's 360° concert at the famous Pasadena Rose Bowl was U2's biggest ever show in the United States with a box office attendance in excess of 97,000. The first live streaming of a full-length stadium concert, U2360° at the Rose Bowl streamed across seven continents, making history with over 10 million views in one week. Shot entirely in HD, this ground breaking concert was filmed with 28 cameras and directed by Tom Krueger who previously shot the concert film U23D. U2360° resumes in Europe in August with North American dates to follow in 2011.
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Plot Summary
This concert film captures U2's iconic performance at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California, as part of their record-breaking 360° Tour. The band delivers a high-energy setlist featuring hits from their extensive catalog, set against the backdrop of the tour's groundbreaking rotating stage and spectacular visual displays. The film showcases U2's enduring musical prowess and their ability to connect with a massive global audience.
Critical Reception
The concert film received widespread acclaim, praised for its stunning visuals, U2's electrifying performance, and the overall production value. Critics highlighted the band's continued relevance and their mastery of live performance, with the Rose Bowl show being a standout event of the tour.
What Reviewers Say
Visually spectacular, capturing the grandeur of the 360° tour.
U2 delivers a powerful and dynamic live performance.
A must-see for fans, showcasing the band at their stadium-filling best.
Google audience: Audiences universally praised the incredible energy and stage production of the concert, with many highlighting the band's iconic songs and Bono's captivating stage presence. Viewers found it to be an exhilarating and memorable live music experience.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Music Film.
Fun Fact
The 360° Tour, documented in this film, became the highest-grossing concert tour of all time, grossing over $736 million.
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