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2001114 minPGdocumentary

7.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Being Mick

2001114 minPGdocumentary

7.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Mick Jagger filmed much of his life over one year, capturing moments with family and friends while recording his solo album Goddess in the Doorway.

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Kevin Macdonald

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Mick Jagger filmed much of his life over one year, capturing moments with family and friends while recording his solo album Goddess in the Doorway.

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Synopsis

Mick Jagger records his solo album, Goddess in the Doorway, while sharing moments from his daily life. The film includes footage shot by Jagger himself, featuring family interactions and social events. He attends a charity fundraiser hosted by Elton John and the premiere of the film Enigma, produced by his company. Notable appearances include Bono, Lenny Kravitz, and Keith Richards. Directed by Kevin Macdonald and Jim Gable, the documentary aired on ABC on Thanksgiving night in 2001.

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See Mick Jagger's personal footage and daily life.
Meet celebrities at Elton John's charity fundraiser.
Follow the making of the Goddess in the Doorway album.

Did You Know

Mick Jagger filmed much of the documentary himself with a handheld camera.
The film premiered on ABC on Thanksgiving night, November 22, 2001.
Being Mick was released on DVD on May 21, 2002.
The documentary features appearances from 18 notable figures, including Bono and Elton John.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who directed the documentary Being Mick?

Being Mick was directed by Kevin Macdonald and Jim Gable.

When was Being Mick released on DVD?

Being Mick was released on DVD on 21 May 2002.

What album does Mick Jagger record in Being Mick?

Mick Jagger records the Goddess in the Doorway album in Being Mick.

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