Brian Wilson,legend Beach boy The singer and songwriter died Wednesday, June 11, at the age of 82.
Watch with us as we look back on his life, respecting his legacy by recommending three movies about Wilson’s life.
From documentaries to biopics, these films pay tribute to the influential, somewhat mysterious artist and the incredible legacy he left behind.
“Brian Wilson: The Road to Long-Term Commitment” (2021)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6bqrmwxmnnw
For the latest research on Wilson’s late life, check out this 2021 documentary. Rolling stones edit Jason fine Interviewed with Wilson in the movie, showing their long-term relationship. The two walked through Los Angeles together, recalling Wilson’s rare insights into his life and music.
It’s obvious that Wilson and the fine have a real friendship that makes conversation flow more easily and gives a rare perspective to Wilson. (One critic called Wilson “the infamous interview,” noting that he simply did not like to answer questions about his past.) The documentary also uses interviews with musicians. Elton John, Bruce Springstin and Nick Jonaseveryone praised Wilson for having an influence on his music.
You can stream Brian Wilson: The Road to Long-Term Commitment Free on Pluto TV.
“Brian Wilson: I’m just not making for these times’ (1995)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=216yjkbber8
This 1995 biopic chronicles the reputation of the musician, the early days of the Beach Boy and Wilson’s struggles with addiction and recovery. director Tang is Say the movie “try to explain it […] It is precisely why the term “Brian Wilson” appears on the lips of three generations of musicians (such as the Holy Gospel).
It is an intimate portrayal of a secluded and complex person, and according to WAS, he created a “an unprecedented and thoroughly advanced approach to rock and roll.”
You can rent Brian Wilson: I’m just not for these times On Apple TV+.
“Love & Mercy” (2014)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=liowzrpctgq
A more dramatic version of Wilson’s story, we recommend you watch it Love and compassion. This biopic depicts two eras of Wilson’s life – the 1960s and 1980s. The younger version of the musician and older versions are from Paul Dano and John CusackSeparately, both actors are doing very admirable in portraying the artist’s struggles with mental illness and addiction. The film also examines Wilson’s creative victory throughout decades and his relationship with the controversial therapist Dr. Eugene Landy ((Paul Giamatti) and his wife, Melinda Ledbetter ((Elizabeth Banks).
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Wilson himself called the film “very factual” in an interview Condora scene that mentions Dano’s own version of the drug is “not fun to watch”. The film shows complex images of the musician’s darkest days, but ultimately inspiring, giving the audience a satisfying feeling about the fulfilling life.
You can rent Love and compassion On Amazon Prime Video or Apple TV+.
