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Scott Walker: 30 Century Man

United Kingdom, United States

2006

95 Min
Color
1.85:1
English
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DIR Stephen Kijak

PROD Mia Bays, Stephen Kijak, Elizabeth Rose

DP Grant Gee

ED Grant Gee, Mat Whitecross

MUSIC Scott Walker

Synopsis

Scott Walker: 30th Century Man is a rare glimpse into the creative world of the most enigmatic figure in rock history, and will trace the undeniable impact he has had on popular music through casual interviews with some of his biggest, highest profile fans.

We explore his fascinating trajectory, from jobbing bass player on LA’s Sunset Strip, to his domination of the British pop scene that began in the swinging summer of 1965, to his transformation into a composer of true genius; an uncompromising and serious musician working at the peak of his powers.

At age 63, over the course of 2005, he went into the studio again, working on what could be his greatest artistic statement yet – and we were invited to document part of this process – a privilege no filmmaker has ever been granted. –Oscilloscope

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Dylan

2Feb12

I think my rating is more for the music and the man rather than the film, but in this situation I don't care

Jeremy Ashlyn

25Oct11

Film itself is lacking - panning across still images and photograph slideshows - but the music is so compelling it wins out. Nice to have a context.

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msmichel

9Sep11

Felt like I was discovering a missing chapter of my music education. Can certainly see his fingerprints all over so much of the music I enjoy. Julian Cope, Blur, Pulp, Radiohead, Nick Cave, Cocteau Twins etc etc etc. Fascinating documentary following this somewhat misunderstood man out of time through his musical career. Footage of recording Leos Carax's "Pola X" soundtrack and 2004 record most interesting.

Droog811

26May11

Interesting guy and documentary, but I don't think I'm going to run out and buy any of his solo albums any time soon. Although , The Walker Brothers material has a nice Phil Spectorish sound to it, which appeals to me.

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By James on December 17, 2008

I’ve been a great fan of Scott Walker’s music for some time now, and just recently saw this documentary. I think this film is a nifty intro to Mr. Walker’s astounding work as a songwriter and composer…  read review

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