The Byrd Who Flew Alone: The Triumphs and Tragedy of Gene Clark
The Byrd Who Flew Alone: The Triumphs and Tragedy of Gene Clark
| 01 November 2013 (USA)
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A documentary on the life and work of Gene Clark, co-founder of The Byrds, whose subsequent career was a rollercoaster of pioneering music and personal disaster.

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christine-neary

After watching this spellbinding film I appreciate how little I really knew about Gene Clark, and it was humbling to learn what a truly great talent he was. I first discovered the Byrds in the sixties, fell in love with that 'jingle jangle' sound and learned all the lyrics off by heart, but it was only through this film that I discovered Gene's creativity and sensitivity of soul, and the musical roots that inspired him. So ineffably sad that he always seemed to 'miss that boat' (as Chris Hillman observed in his narrative) and never realised the commercial success he deserved, although he probably wouldn't have been able to handle it and may have self-destructed even earlier than he ultimately did. 'Feel a Whole Lot Better' made my heart sing the first time I heard it, and still does; after seeing this film, it means even more to me.

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pietenrianne

(sorry for the English, I'm Dutch):It was about time someone made a documentary about our hero! Gene was, as we fans know, indeed a hero. On and of the stage, positive or negative, always a hero. Beautiful music and a hard live! The documentary was well made, and pays honor to Gene, as it should. It was nice to get to see some family members and to learn how they lived with Gene. An emotional documentary for people who admired Gene, and even an eyeopener in some sense. Hope a lot of people will get to know Genes talent better through this film and will enjoy his music the same way I enjoyed it for about 50 years now. Well done Mr. Kendall and FOUR SUNS!! Piet Verberkt

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quire1

Understand why Gene Clark is so respected and enjoyed so many years after his death. This movie provides the context for where he came from (nowhere) to the the center of American music This is finally the doc that this this man deserved!!! So well told, so touching, and tragic. Great footage of the people who knew him best. It shows the remarkable arch of his life - rise, decline, rise,decline,rise and crash. Wonderfully respectful of his work without sugarcoating. I think that anyone who is a fan would want to see this and own it.A great way to understand the man and his music and understand why he has so many fans - like T Bone Burnett. Great rare footage of music insiders.

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Trace Harrill

The Producer,Paul Kendall set out with one goal.To honor Gene Clark,not only as the man he was but in hope to introduced a talent all but relegated to a simple foot note in the annals of the most creative "Singer,Song Writer,Boom" of the last 50 years. Kendall and "Four Son Productions" deftly and clearly,via exclusive interviews with former Bandmates,Managers,Producers,Record Industry Moguls,family and friends reveal the true Gene Clark with answers carefully designed to protect one's own self interest. Years in the making,untold interviews,headaches and personal monies spent,all due to the love Gene gave freely to everyone he met.A story I know personally and heard repeated time and again and the driving force behind this documentary.Yet more than that.Tiz a beautiful treat for the eyes,up lifting and informative featuring a cast of legendary writers,singers and players such as David Crosby,Chris Hillman,Roger McGuiin and many others.This is one DVD you will want to revisit time and again,and soon I promise you will be searching for all the Gene Clark songs you can lay you're ears on… Trace Harrill

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