Tag: The Beatles
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THE RUTLES: ALL YOU NEED IS CASH
The Rutles: All You Need Is Cash (1978) is a satirical mockumentary film that parodies The Beatles’ meteoric rise and cultural impact through a fictional band called “The Rutles.” The film is directed by Eric Idle and Gary Weis. It is an early example of the mockumentary genre, blending humor, music, and parody to offer…
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A HARD DAYS NIGHT
“A Hard Day’s Night” (1964) is a musical comedy film directed by Richard Lester and starring the Beatles — John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr. The film is a semi-fictionalized account of a day in the band’s life at the height of Beatlemania. It’s widely praised for its innovative style, sharp humor,…
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YELLOW SUBMARINE
“Yellow Submarine” is a 1968 animated musical fantasy film directed by George Dunning, with animation direction by Robert Balser and Jack Stokes. The film features the music of The Beatles and the band members themselves as animated characters. The principal voice actors include John Clive (as John Lennon), Geoffrey Hughes (as Paul McCartney), Peter Batten…
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HELP!
“Help!” is a musical comedy film directed by Richard Lester, released in 1965, and starring the iconic British band The Beatles: John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr. The film is a zany adventure that follows the Fab Four as they find themselves entangled in a madcap escapade involving a cult, a sacrificial…
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