Deep Dive: All Things Must Pass (2015)
Film Lens
All Things Must Pass: The Rise and Fall of Tower Records focuses on the history of Tower Records, a significant American record retailer known for its flagship store in New York City, which was once advertised as 'The Largest Record-Tape Store in the Known World'. The documentary discusses the company's rise to prominence and its eventual decline, reflecting on the broader changes in the music industry during the 21st century.
Directed by Colin Hanks, the film took seven years to produce and was funded by a $92,000 Kickstarter campaign. Hanks chose the title after seeing a sign from a former employee of Tower Records, which connected him to George Harrison's album All Things Must Pass. The film premiered at the SXSW festival and features commentary from notable figures in the music industry, including Bruce Springsteen and Questlove.
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.
Perfect For
Music industry historyVinyl record enthusiastsBaby boomers nostalgia