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New Documentary Revisits John Lennon and Yoko Ono's Transformative 1972 in New York

‘One to One: John & Yoko,’ now in theaters and IMAX, explores the couple’s activism, artistry, and personal struggles during a year of political and cultural upheaval.

The documentary "One to One: John & Yoko" reveals that the couple's move to America, and John Lennon's fight for his green card, were spurred by the search for Yoko Ono's young daughter. "It was very dramatic for my mother, but it was more dramatic for her," Sean Lennon says of his sister Kyoko.
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Overview

  • The documentary chronicles John Lennon’s 1972 shift to radical politics and creative experimentation after settling in New York City.
  • Yoko Ono is portrayed as a key influence in Lennon’s life and work, challenging public perceptions of her role in their partnership.
  • The film situates their journey within the broader context of early 1970s American social unrest, including the Vietnam War and the Attica Prison riot aftermath.
  • Lennon’s growing disillusionment with radical political figures like Jerry Rubin is highlighted, as he distanced himself from their revolutionary agendas by mid-1972.
  • Key moments include Lennon’s final full-scale concerts at Madison Square Garden, benefiting children with intellectual disabilities and marking a pivotal moment in his activism.