1979PG

The Who: The Kids Are Alright

Name: The Who: The Kids Are Alright
Genre: Documentary, Music
Released: 1979-06-15
Rating: 7.3

One film that won't f-f-f-f-fade away

DocumentaryMusic1h 41m

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88%

Popcornmeter

7.3

TMDB

Storyline

Through concert performances and interviews, this film offers us a comprehensive look at the British pioneer rock group, The Who. It captures their zany craziness and outrageous antics from the initial formation of the group in 1964 to 1978. It notably features the band's last performance with long-term drummer Keith Moon, filmed at Shepperton Studios in May 1978, three months before his death.

Trailers

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Details

DirectorJeff Stein

ReleasedJun 15, 1979

StatusReleased

Original languageEnglish

Budget

$2M

Revenue

Not disclosed

Parental guidePGUS

Studio

The Who Films

Reviews

5 reviews · 4 critics

4 fresh · 0 rotten

Tom Meek

RTCambridge DayMay 18, 2020

Classic performances abound, driven by energy and a synergy that's beyond perfect.

Benjamin H. Smith

RTDeciderDec 22, 2018

Despite its shortcomings, its ramshackle portrait of the band captures their combustible spirit and frequently shows The Who at their very best.

Augusto Martínez Torres

RTEl Pais (Spain)Feb 8, 2018

The result will please the followers of the group... [Full review in Spanish]

Sean Axmaker

RTSeanax.comOct 26, 2008

... a scrappy, vibrant musical portrait painted in the bold colors of rock itself: impassioned lyrics, power chords, crashing drums and smashing guitars.