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201876 minPGdocumentary

9.3/ 10(4 ratings)• TMDB

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John Carpenter: Live Retrospective

201876 minPGdocumentary

9.3/ 10(4 ratings)• TMDB

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Seventy-six minutes of live concert footage features John Carpenter performing music from his classic films in London and Chicago.

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Sandy King

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Seventy-six minutes of live concert footage features John Carpenter performing music from his classic films in London and Chicago.

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John Carpenter takes the stage in Chicago and London for a live performance that celebrates his work as a filmmaker and composer. Recorded in 2016, the concert features music from his iconic films, including 'Halloween' and 'The Thing', alongside tracks from his 'Lost Themes' album. Musicians Cody Carpenter, John Konesky, John Spiker, Daniel Davies, and Scott Seiver join Carpenter, blending cinematic soundscapes with live instrumentation. The 76-minute documentary captures the energy of the performances and Carpenter's evolution in the music realm.

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See John Carpenter perform live music from iconic films.
Find out about Carpenter's evolution as a musician.
Meet the talented musicians accompanying Carpenter.

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The documentary was recorded in 2016.
The film features music from 'Halloween' and 'The Thing'.
The concert took place in London and Chicago.
The film has a duration of 76 minutes.

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Who directed 'John Carpenter: Live Retrospective'?

Sandy King directed 'John Carpenter: Live Retrospective'.

What cities were featured in the concert performance?

The concert performance took place in London and Chicago.

What is the duration of the documentary?

The duration of the documentary is 76 minutes.

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