Classic Albums: The Doors

Classic Albums: The Doors

Directed by Bob Smeaton

Produced by Eagle Rock Entertainment, Isis Productions

200852 min7.7 / 10

A reverent, insider's documentary that celebrates a landmark rock album through the voices and instrumental recreations of its surviving creators.

A future classic was unleashed in January 1967 as the Doors released their eponymously titled debut album. This documentary in the Classic Albums series takes an in-depth look at the album, with commentary from Bruce Botnick, who worked on the album, and the three remaining Doors--guitarist Robbie Krieger, keyboard player Ray Manzarek, and drummer John Densmore. The three band members also play some of their instrumental parts from the album, offering invaluable insight into how the songs were constructed.

Questions people ask

  • Is Classic Albums: The Doors violent? No. Less violent than 92% of films.

  • Is Classic Albums: The Doors scary? Barely. Less frightening than 84% of films.

  • Is Classic Albums: The Doors easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 82% of films.

  • Does Classic Albums: The Doors end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 62% of films.

  • Is Classic Albums: The Doors sad? Not especially. Less sad than 59% of films.

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