Description

Tony Palmer's Early Masterpiece: All My Loving (DVD)

UPC: 604388679607

Product Features

Title: All My Loving
Director: Tony Palmer
Featured Artists:Narrated by: Patrick Allen
- The Beatles
- Jimi Hendrix
- The Who
- Pink Floyd (British debut television appearance)
- Cream
- Donovan
- Frank Zappa
- Eric Burdon
Additional Appearances:Format: NTSC, 16:9
- Derek Taylor
- Kit Lambert
- George Martin
- Anthony Burgess
- Lulu
- Eddie Rogers
- Terry Dene
- Tony Hall
Run Time: 52 minutes
Audio: Original mono sound
Bonus Feature: Interview with Tony Palmer on the making of All My Loving
Produced by: Tony Palmer Films
Package Design by: Mara Wilkinson

Overview

Tony Palmer's early masterpiece, All My Loving, is a groundbreaking 1968 documentary that explores the pop and rock music scene of the late 1960s, featuring performances and interviews with legendary artists such as The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, Pink Floyd, Cream, and more. Celebrated for its raw, unfiltered look at the cultural and political impact of music, the film delves into the psyche of the rock world and its influence on society during a time of upheaval and change.

Hailed by critics as "brilliant and frightening" (New Statesman) and "a disturbing piece of television" (Daily Express), All My Loving is considered a definitive document of its era. Paul McCartney himself praised the film, stating, "This is just great; absolutely what we meant." Tony Palmer's approach is noted for its honesty, raising questions without imposing answers, leaving the interpretation up to the audience.

The film also marks the British television debut of Pink Floyd, Jimi Hendrix, Cream, and Frank Zappa. Through a combination of live performances, interviews, and candid moments, Palmer captures the spirit of a generation grappling with issues of war, rebellion, and self-expression.

Interesting Facts

All My Loving was originally commissioned by the BBC in 1968 and became an iconic piece of television that shaped the way music documentaries were made.
The film features rare footage of Pink Floyd in their earliest days, marking their British television debut.
Tony Palmer, known for his music documentaries, worked closely with key figures from the music scene, including George Martin and Kit Lambert.
The film was groundbreaking for its time, offering a candid look at the pop music world without the glossy veneer often seen in media coverage.