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Blur: Live at Hyde Park
Hyde Park Concert Film, July 2009. Blur: Live At Hyde Park is the definitive live Blur concert film. Directed by Giorgio Testi, the film was shot on the 2nd of July 2009 in front of a crowd of 55,000 fans in London's Hyde Park. The gigs were the climax of their hugely successful 2009 comeback tour and saw the band play a 25-song, career spanning set to a rapturous reception from fans. Shot using 18 cameras and featuring stunning HD cinematography, the film lovingly documents Blur's incredible Hyde Park performances. Intro / She's So High / Girls & Boys / Tracy Jacks / There's No Other Way / Jubilee / Badhead / Beetlebum / Out Of Time / Trimm Trabb / Coffee and TV / Tender / Country House / Oily Water / Chemical World / Sunday Sunday / Parklife / End Of Century / To The End / This Is A Low / Popscene / Advert / Song 2 / Death Of A Party / For Tomorrow / The Universal
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Plot Summary
This film captures the iconic British band Blur's triumphant return to the stage at London's Hyde Park on July 3, 2009. Performing to a sold-out crowd, the band delivered a career-spanning setlist that celebrated their extensive musical legacy. The concert marked a highly anticipated reunion and a significant moment in the band's history, thrilling long-time fans and new admirers alike with their signature sound and energetic performance.
Critical Reception
As a concert film documenting a highly anticipated reunion, 'Blur: Live at Hyde Park' was generally well-received by critics and fans, primarily for capturing the raw energy and nostalgic significance of the event. The performance itself was lauded for Blur's musicianship and stage presence, solidifying their status as one of Britain's most beloved bands. Audience reception focused on the celebratory atmosphere and the band's ability to deliver a powerful live show.
What Reviewers Say
Captures the electric atmosphere of a legendary reunion.
Showcases Blur's enduring musical talent and stage command.
A must-see for fans, offering a potent dose of Britpop nostalgia and musical brilliance.
Google audience: Audience reviews frequently highlight the incredible energy and palpable excitement of the Hyde Park concert, emphasizing the band's strong performance and the joy of seeing Blur back together.
Awards & Accolades
None notable (Concert Film)
Fun Fact
The Hyde Park concert was originally intended to be a one-off reunion gig, but the overwhelming success and positive fan reaction led to further touring and new material from Blur.
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