Shine A Light

The new concert film Shine A Light, directed by Martin Scorcese is almost like a bookend to both Gimme Shelter, the 1970 documentary about the Rolling Stones at Altamont and Scorcese's first concert film, The Last Waltz (1978). Both films reflect the lasting careers of both the Stones and "Marty."

Going into this film, I was not aware that it was really just a concert film. I was sort of expecting something more like Gimme Shelter. There was some backstage and preparation footage, but mostly just the concert, shot from about a dozen different film cameras. The cinematography was great with the Beacon theater being used in several creative ways.

The film overall is a testament to the amazing longetivity of the Rolling Stones. These guys put on the same energized performance as they did in the 60s. This concert, which was a benefit for the Clinton Foundation from October 29, 2006. I do not consider myself a huge Stones fan, but I was definitely entertained by the show. If you get the chance, it is also playing in IMAX around the country. (122 minutes - PG-13)

Mike Worley