If you’re a fan of Peter Jackson and/or The Beatles, then Christmas has come early. Even though “The Beatles: Get Back” isn’t slated to hit theaters until the second half of 2021, Disney and Jackson have decided to give fans a sneak peek at the upcoming, highly-anticipated documentary.
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As seen in the almost-6-minute video, this isn’t a teaser or a trailer for the film. The video isn’t even a clip from the movie. Instead, as Jackson explains in the introduction, the look at “The Beatles: Get Back” is more of a sizzle reel, showcasing the vibe of the film by showing just some clips from the more than 56-hours of previously unseen footage from the archives.
And if you’re a fan of The Beatles, to say this footage is great is an understatement. The footage was shot in January 1969 and showcases one of the greatest rock bands of all time as they prepare for their first live show in two years and begin work on what was intended to be a live album.
“The Beatles: Get Back” is set to open in theaters on August 27, 2021. You can watch the extended sneak peek below.
Here’s the synopsis:
Acclaimed filmmaker Peter Jackson’s “The Beatles: Get Back” is a unique cinematic experience that takes audiences back in time to The Beatles’ intimate recording sessions during a pivotal moment in music history. The film showcases the warmth, camaraderie and creative genius that defined the legacy of the iconic foursome. Shot in January 1969 and compiled from over 60 hours of unseen footage (filmed by Michael Lindsay-Hogg) and more than 150 hours of unheard audio, all of which has been brilliantly restored, “The Beatles: Get Back” is the story of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr as they plan their first live show in over two years and charts the writing and rehearsing of 14 new songs, originally intended for release on an accompanying live album. The film features – for the first time in its entirety – The Beatles’ last live performance as a group, the unforgettable rooftop concert on London’s Savile Row as well as other songs and classic compositions featured on the band’s final two albums, Abbey Road and Let It Be.