The Last Waltz
1978 · Movie · PG · 117 min · ★ 7.7 · 93% critics
Martin Scorsese captures a farewell concert by The Band, blending live performances with backstage interviews and appearances from major rock guests. The film looks at the energy of the show and the feelings around life on the road coming to an end.
Also known as The Band: The Last Waltz · The Band - The Last Waltz (40th Anniversary Deluxe Edition)
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Details
- Years
- 1978
- Release date
- 1978-04-26
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
- Runtime
- 117 min
- Max quality
- HD
- Critic score
- 93/100
- TMDB rating
- 7.7/10 (310 votes)
About
You’ll likely enjoy this if you love classic rock concerts and big guest performances, especially with a documentary feel; Not for you if you prefer a simple concert film without backstage talking or you’re not into 1970s rock scenes like The Kids Are Alright.
Pros: amazing live performances; star guest appearances; revealing backstage moments | Cons: uneven interview pacing; some awkward transitions; mixed focus on the band
Themes
- 1970s
Cast & crew
Robbie Robertson
as Self
Rick Danko
as Self
Levon Helm
as Self
Richard Manuel
as Self
Garth Hudson
as Self
Eric Clapton
as Self
Neil Diamond
as Self
Bob Dylan
as Self
Neil Young
as Self
Joni Mitchell
as Self
Directed by Martin Scorsese