A Hard Day's Night (1964),
Director: Richard Lester, rated
G
The Beatles
starring in their first full-length, hilarious action-packed
film!
 Starring:
John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, Ringo Starr, Wilfrid Brambell,
Norman Rossington, John Junkin, Victor Spinetti, Anna Quayle
DML Rating:
★★★★★★★★☆☆
- great
"Turned left at
Greenland." –
John, when asked how he
found America.
Why watch this? At
the risk of riling England's snooty demeanor, four lads decided
to rock... and have fun.
Plot Summary:
There's a plot?... Just kidding. This follows The Beatles as
they navigate the chaotic demands of their newfound fame while
preparing for a televised performance. Their attempts to evade
screaming fans and fulfill their commitments are complicated by
Paul's mischievous grandfather, who adds a layer of comical
mayhem to their escapades. Despite the antics and challenges,
the band ultimately makes it to their performance, showcasing
their music and signature wit along the way.
Dad's Preview:
It's fast-paced, hard to follow, manic, disorienting,
irreverent, and very juvenile. The behaviors
were what 1960's parents loathed. Cut your hair! Stop making that
noise! Don't talk to me that way! Do what you're told! Well
these blokes from Liverpool were not having any of that. The fab
four spoke to millions of disenchanted teens across the globe
and had a great time doing it. This film is a semi-mockumentary
about how much these guys loved to misbehave. It is also a metaphor
for the evolution of their musical style. They quickly became
icons and would create music that changed the hearts of those
willing to listen.

Walter Shenson
Films; Proscenium Films; United Artists |