At its peak in 1999, Tower Records operated 200 stores in 30 countries and generated $1 billion in revenue before filing for bankruptcy in 2006.
“The doors are closed. But the legacy lives on.”
Synopsis
At its peak in 1999, Tower Records operated 200 stores in 30 countries and generated $1 billion in revenue before filing for bankruptcy in 2006.
Synopsis
Russ Solomon founded Tower Records in Sacramento, California, transforming it into a global music retail giant. At its height, the chain operated 200 stores in 30 countries and generated $1 billion in revenue in 1999. By 2006, Tower Records filed for bankruptcy, a decline attributed to the rise of digital music. Directed by Colin Hanks, All Things Must Pass features interviews with artists like Bruce Springsteen and Chris Cornell, alongside archival footage that captures the vibrant culture of Tower's retail experience.
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Why Watch
- Meet Bruce Springsteen and Questlove in this film.
- Find out about the rise of Tower Records in NYC.
- See how digital downloads changed music retail.
Did You Know
- The film took seven years to produce and was completed in 2015.
- Tower Records once claimed its NYC location was 'The Largest Record-Tape Store in the Known World'.
- The film received an average rating of 6.94/10 on Rotten Tomatoes.
- Colin Hanks used a $92,000 Kickstarter funding round to complete the film.
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Who directed the documentary All Things Must Pass?
Colin Hanks directed the documentary All Things Must Pass.
What was the budget for the production of All Things Must Pass?
The production of All Things Must Pass was completed thanks to a $92,000 round of Kickstarter funding.
What year did All Things Must Pass premiere at the SXSW festival?
All Things Must Pass premiered at the SXSW festival in 2015.
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