As a musician I find myself constantly reading magazines, biographies, and technical information on all of my favorite groups. Inadvertantly, I also spend a lot of time watching video collections, historical interviews, and of course, a lot of live concert performances. This DVD TRULY HAS IT ALL. Ondi Timoner has done an amazing job of chronicling the trajectory of The Dandy Warhols and The Brian Jonestown Massacre since the inception of these bands in the mid-nineties. If she never makes another documentary in her life, she can die in the knowledge that she has presented us with one of the finest films of it's kind. "Dig" is very current in its comentary on the music scene/industry but also timeless in its depiction of human nature and the need for artistic expression, whatever the odds. One of the greatest things about this DVD is that it's full of amazing candid moments with the members of both groups that leaves the viewer feeling like you personally know these people afterwards. You want to meet them, hang out with them, play and record with them and laugh constantly at their amazing sense of humor (especially Joel Gion-"tambourine man" of The Brian Jonestown Massacre!). Not knowing too much about either band going into this, I find myself an instant fan of both groups, solely on the strength and their intense belief in creating something genuine, of the ages, and "fun." "Dig" is also an in depth look into the indie rock scene and all the pros and cons today's bands face when they are touring, recording, courting (and being courted), and eventually signing to a major label. Very educational and absolutely a must for every fan, aspiring musician, rock historian, scene-ster, and anyone with a good sense of humor and an appreciation for the glories and the absurditites of life in the world of "entertainment." If you haven't seen this, then cancel all plans, call your favorite musicians and film buffs, throw a diner party and WATCH IT TODAY! Sincerely, ClaasRead full review
The sadness of Anton Newcombe's behavior only mirrors his artistic drive. He is focused on an ideal. An artist forced to work in the constraints of others. Yes, there is madness there, but anyone who has a clear plan of an artistic vision has a right to bring it to fruition. Cheers, Anton. Joel Geon carries the movie. What a super funny guy with one foot still in touch with the reason to be in a band. It's fun! I love this movie since I love music and the desire musicians have to make themselves be heard. This along with Luna's "Tell Me Do You Miss Me" shows how much work goes into being in a band.
The time that went into making this film is unbelievable. 7 years of following two bands, it’s very entertaining and has tons of extra footage and music videos in the 2 disc version.
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The music and concert scenes are great.
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This was a gift for my boyfriend because he lost his original. The music is something else in this music montage. Anton was very hard for me to watch because he has such a distructive personality. The Dandy Warholes seemed a little more laid back but productive as a band. Love and obsession of music is the best way to sum up the movie. A definte must buy if you are a fan of either group.
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