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Jimi Hendrix

1973 · Movie · R · 98 min

7.6(27)unSUB Rating

DocumentaryMusic

This documentary looks back at the short life and lasting influence of a groundbreaking rock guitarist, tracing a rapid rise from overseas fame to a powerful return home. Through interviews with people who knew the artist and electrifying concert footage from major festivals, it captures the energy, impact, and legend left behind.

Also known as A Film About Jimi Hendrix

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Details
Years
1973
Release date
1973-06-14
Language
English
Rated
R
Runtime
98 min
TMDB rating (input)
7.8/10 (27 votes)
About

If you enjoy music documentaries built around real performances and firsthand interviews, this is a strong pick, especially if you liked Monterey Pop or Dont Look Back; Not for you if you want a deep, modern-style biography.

Pros: iconic live performances; insightful interviews; strong music history | Cons: limited personal depth; uneven pacing; dated presentation

Themes

  • jimi hendrix

Cast & crew

  • AA

    Arthur Allen

    as Self

  • AA

    Albert Allen

    as Self

  • EB

    Eric Barrett

    as Self

  • SB

    Stella Benabon

    as Self

  • PC

    Paul Caruso

    as Self

  • Dick Cavett

    Dick Cavett

    as Self (archive footage)

  • Eric Clapton

    Eric Clapton

    as Self

  • Billy Cox

    Billy Cox

    as Self

  • FC

    Frankie Crocker

    as Self

  • MD

    Monika Dannemann

    as Self

Directed by Gary Weis, Joe Boyd, John Head