Four performances by The Beatles on The Ed Sullivan Show in February 1964 marked the start of Beatlemania in the United States.
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Four performances by The Beatles on The Ed Sullivan Show in February 1964 marked the start of Beatlemania in the United States.
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Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr appear in newly filmed interviews for Beatles '64, a documentary that focuses on the band's first visit to the United States in February 1964. The film features restored footage from their performances on The Ed Sullivan Show and at the Washington Coliseum. It captures the excitement of Beatlemania and the personal dynamics among the group members during this time. Directed by David Tedeschi and produced by Martin Scorsese, the documentary includes archival material that illustrates the Beatles' cultural impact on American music and youth.
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The GuardianContemporary interviews and amazing archive footage combine in a sublime snapshot of the band’s whirlwind first US visit.
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Why Watch
- See Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr's new interviews.
- Find out about the Beatles' first U.S. visit in 1964.
- Watch restored performances from The Ed Sullivan Show.
Did You Know
- The film was released on Disney+ on 29 November 2024.
- Beatles '64 features footage digitally restored in 4K by Park Road Post.
- The soundtrack was released on 22 November 2024, a week before the film.
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Who directed the documentary Beatles '64?
Beatles '64 was directed by David Tedeschi.
When was Beatles '64 released on Disney+?
Beatles '64 was released on Disney+ on 29 November 2024.
What is the Rotten Tomatoes score for Beatles '64?
On Rotten Tomatoes, 95% of 58 critics' reviews for Beatles '64 are positive.
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