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202087 minPGdocumentary

7.1/ 10(12 ratings)• TMDB

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Neil Young Journeys

202087 minPGdocumentary

7.1/ 10(12 ratings)• TMDB

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Five classic songs, including "Ohio," are performed during a concert at Massey Hall in Toronto, featuring archival footage of the Kent State Shootings.

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Five classic songs, including "Ohio," are performed during a concert at Massey Hall in Toronto, featuring archival footage of the Kent State Shootings.

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Jonathan Demmedirector

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Neil Young returns to Omemee, Ontario, in Neil Young Journeys, reflecting on his childhood and the people who shaped his early life. Accompanied by his brother, he visits significant locations, including Scott Young Public School, named after their father. The film features a concert at Massey Hall in Toronto, where Young performs a mix of new songs and classics, including "Ohio," which incorporates archival footage from the Kent State Shootings. The documentary runs for 87 minutes and was directed by Jonathan Demme.

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See Neil Young perform at Massey Hall.
Meet Young's childhood memories in Omemee.
Find out about the Kent State Shootings through music.

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Neil Young Journeys was directed by Jonathan Demme in 2011.
The film features a concert at Massey Hall in Toronto.
Scott Young Public School is named after Neil Young's father.
The film has a 93% rating on Rotten Tomatoes from 42 reviews.
The documentary has a runtime of 87 minutes.

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Who directed Neil Young Journeys?

Neil Young Journeys was directed by Jonathan Demme.

What is the runtime of Neil Young Journeys?

Neil Young Journeys has a runtime of 87 minutes.

What percentage rating does Neil Young Journeys have on Rotten Tomatoes?

Neil Young Journeys has a 93% 'fresh' rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

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