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Deep Dive: Spirits in the Forest (2019)

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Spirits in the Forest
Spirits in the Forest is a live concert film and documentary by Depeche Mode, directed by Anton Corbijn. It captures the band's final concert of the Global Spirit Tour at the Waldbühne in Berlin, Germany, on July 25, 2018. The film features performances from this concert along with footage from the previous show on July 23, 2018. It also tells the stories of six dedicated fans who were selected through a contest related to the band's album Spirit, showcasing their experiences and connection to the music. The film was released in cinemas worldwide on November 21, 2019, and later on DVD and Blu-ray as LiVE SPiRiTS on June 26, 2020. It includes a diverse setlist featuring songs from throughout Depeche Mode's career, including tracks from their latest album and older songs that had not been performed in years. The film received positive reviews, with an aggregate score of 100% on Rotten Tomatoes, and it was compared to the band's earlier film, 101, for its focus on both fans and live performances.

Why Watch

  • •See Depeche Mode's final concert in Berlin.
  • •Meet six fans from around the world.
  • •Find out about the band's unique fan engagement contest.

Did You Know

•The film was released in 2800 cinemas worldwide on November 21, 2019.
•The total gross of the movie's one-night release varied between $2.5 million and $4.5 million.
•Six fans featured in the film were selected from a contest involving Depeche Mode's Facebook page.
•The film includes footage from two concerts at the Waldbühne on July 23 and 25, 2018.

Perfect For

Depeche Mode fansConcert film enthusiastsDocumentary lovers