'Neil Young: Heart of Gold' captures music magic

"Neil Young: Heart of Gold," director Jonathan Demme's lovingly shot document of Young's August 2005 performances at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, has to rank among the most heartfelt concert films ever made. It's also one of the best in recent memory, both in terms of the quality of the singing and playing and the extended onstage views of Young and his close-knit ensemble of musicians — reacting to his songs and each other with a palpable sense of exhilaration at being together, fully immersed in the creative moment. Read the full review

TO SUM UP
This documentary/concert film was shot during a two-night performance by Neil Young at Nashville's Ryman Auditorium. Young is accompanied on stage by many long-time music companions, including Emmylou Harris.

FILM FACTS ...
Paramount Classics
'Neil Young: Heart of Gold'

Director: Jonathan Demme
Starring: Neil Young, Emmylou Harris
Run time: 140 minutes
Release date: Feb. 10, 2006
Rating: PG for some drug-related lyrics.

Meet the director
Director Jonathan Demme describes his relationship with Neil Young as one of creative partners.

On the web
Official movie site

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The Atlanta Journal-Constitution: A-
"(Director Jonathan) Demme captures the essence of a legendary musician who has yet to burn out or fade away, but instead is aging gracefully."

Austin American-Statesman: 4 of 5 stars
The camera captures mostly extreme closeups, and lingers on the musicians long past the point you're accustomed to seeing. It also catches knowing on-stage glances and details of picks-on-strings that even those in the front row would not be able to see."


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