Never Boring - The videos
Never Boring - The videos

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Never Boring - The videos

2019
Movie
60 min
English

Freddie’s promos and his stage performances with Montserrat Caballé include eight that have been painstakingly reassembled from the original 35mm film rushes to give them the best-ever visual and sound quality.

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IMDb7.4/10
Director: VariousGenres: Music Video Compilation, Documentary

Plot Summary

This collection showcases some of David Bowie's most iconic music videos, offering a visual journey through his groundbreaking career. Spanning decades of artistic evolution, it highlights his innovative approach to visual storytelling and his enduring influence on music and pop culture. The compilation serves as a tribute to his unparalleled creativity and lasting legacy.

Critical Reception

As a compilation of existing music videos rather than a new film, 'Never Boring - The Videos' received attention primarily for its curation and its connection to the 'David Bowie Is It Any Wonder?' exhibition and the 'Never Let Me Down' box set. Critical commentary often focused on its value to fans and its presentation of Bowie's visual artistry.

What Reviewers Say

  • A comprehensive visual companion to Bowie's 'Never Let Me Down' era and beyond.

  • Highlights Bowie's pioneering work in music video as an art form.

  • Appreciated by fans for its curated selection of iconic clips.

Google audience: Audience reception is largely positive, with fans celebrating the opportunity to revisit classic Bowie performances and appreciate his visual artistry. The compilation is seen as a valuable addition for collectors and those interested in the evolution of music video.

Fun Fact

The 'Never Boring' title itself is a reference to a lyric from David Bowie's 1980 song 'Ashes to Ashes', which is featured in the compilation.

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