‘Beatles ’64’ Documentary Explores the Band’s Impact on America
The Disney+ film captures the Beatles' 1964 arrival in the U.S., blending restored archival footage with interviews to examine their cultural and historical significance.
- The film, produced by Martin Scorsese and directed by David Tedeschi, highlights the Beatles' transformative first visit to the United States in February 1964.
- It uses restored footage, including material from Albert and David Maysles, and features interviews with Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, and fans who experienced Beatlemania firsthand.
- The documentary situates the Beatles' arrival within the context of a grieving America, still reeling from President Kennedy's assassination just months earlier.
- David Lynch makes a surprising cameo, sharing his personal connection to the Beatles and their influence on his life and artistic perspective.
- The film explores broader themes of race, class, and generational change, emphasizing the Beatles' role in sparking a cultural revolution during a pivotal moment in history.
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