The Who: Sensation—The Story of Tommy

Name: The Who: Sensation—The Story of Tommy
Director: Martin R. Smith
Genre: Documentary, Music
Released: 2014-01-01
Duration: 113 min
Cast: Pete Townshend, Roger Daltrey, John Entwistle, Keith Moon

2014Dir. Martin R. Smith1h 53m

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Runtime1h 53m

Released2014

DirectorMartin R. Smith

About This Movie

So, 'The Who: Sensation—The Story of Tommy' dives deep into that 1969 landmark album, 'Tommy'. It's really fascinating how it reshaped not just the band's trajectory but the whole rock landscape. The documentary guides you through the album's creation with a mix of interviews and some great archival footage. The atmosphere feels quite personal, giving you a glimpse into Pete Townshend's creative process and Roger Daltrey's vocal prowess. The pacing rolls along nicely, taking its time to explore the themes of alienation and salvation that are wrapped up in that rock opera format. You get a real sense of what made 'Tommy' distinctive, both as a concept and a piece of music history.

Focuses on the creation of the 'Tommy' albumIncludes interviews with band members and producersShowcases archival footage from the era