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Crossfire Hurricane

2012 · Movie · NR · 111 min · ★ 7.1 · 84% critics

DocumentaryMusic

This documentary traces the rise of a legendary rock band from blues-obsessed teens in the early 1960s to global fame. Built around new interviews and rare archive footage, it blends performances and news clips to show the pressures, backlash, and personal turmoil that shaped their long-running career.

Also known as The Rolling Stones: Crossfire Hurricane

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Details
Years
2012
Release date
2012-10-18
Language
English
Rated
NR
Runtime
111 min
Critic score
84/100
TMDB rating
7.1/10 (62 votes)
About

If you enjoy music documentaries built from interviews and vintage performances, this is a rewarding watch, especially if you liked Shine a Light or Moonage Daydream; Not for you if you want a light, drama-free celebration.

Pros: rare archive footage; intimate band insight; strong interview backbone | Cons: heavy on nostalgia; dark subject matter; less for newcomers

Cast & crew

Directed by Brett Morgen