Gimme Shelter (1970) movie poster

Gimme Shelter (1970)

"The music that thrilled the world… and the killing that stunned it!"
ThumbScore
πŸ‘ 68%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 89% (RT: 93%, MC: 85) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Director
Charlotte Zwerin
Runtime
1h 32m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.3/10 (190 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
93%
Metacritic
85
Cast
Mick Jagger as Self - The Rolling Stones Member
Charlie Watts as Self - The Rolling Stones Member
Keith Richards as Self - The Rolling Stones Member
Mick Taylor as Self - The Rolling Stones Member
Bill Wyman as Self - The Rolling Stones Member
Marty Balin as Self
Sonny Barger as Self
Melvin Belli as Self
It's divisive. Only 68% of audiences liked it based on 190 votes. Critics rated it higher at 89%, but audiences were less impressed.
Overview
A detailed chronicle of the famous 1969 tour of the United States by the British rock band The Rolling Stones, which culminated with the disastrous and tragic concert held on December 6 at the Altamont Speedway Free Festival, an event of historical significance, as it marked the end of an era: the generation of peace and love suddenly became the generation of disillusionment. Wikipedia β†—
Audience Consensus

Gimme Shelter is a 1970 documentary, music film directed by Charlotte Zwerin. A detailed chronicle of the famous 1969 tour of the United States by the British rock band The Rolling Stones, which culminated with the disastrous and tragic concert held on December 6 at the Altamont Speedway Free Festival, an event of historical significance, as it marked the end of an era: the generation of peace and love suddenly became the generation of disillusionment. The film has been rated by 190 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a documentary film, Gimme Shelter delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Gimme Shelter (1970) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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