Jimi Hendrix

Jimi Hendrix

Featuring six previously unseen live performances from 1966 to 1970, including the Monterey, Isle of Wright and Woodstock Festivals.

Directed by Joe Boyd, Gary Weis, John Head

Produced by Warner Bros. Pictures

197398 min7.7 / 10

A celebratory documentary portrait of Jimi Hendrix's brief, transformative life, anchored by electrifying live performances and intimate interviews with those who knew him.

Made shortly after his death, this documentary explores the brief life and remarkable legacy of guitarist Jimi Hendrix. After finding fame in the U.K., Hendrix brought his act back to the U.S., where his influential playing style left a blazing imprint on a whole generation of musicians. Employing interviews with family and contemporaries, such as Eric Clapton, as well as scorching live performances from Woodstock and Isle of Wight, the film paints an indelible portrait of a rock 'n' roll legend.

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Questions people ask

  • Is Jimi Hendrix violent? No. Less violent than 92% of films.

  • Is Jimi Hendrix scary? Barely. Less frightening than 84% of films.

  • Is Jimi Hendrix sad? Yes. More sad than 75% of films.

  • Is Jimi Hendrix easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 71% of films.

  • Does Jimi Hendrix end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 62% of films.

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75/ 100

Cinnamon Score

How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.

Distinctly its own thing.

Rarity60

How unlike any other film this one feels

Surprise75

How much more it delivers than it promises

Love93

How much audiences actually like it

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Like Jimi Hendrix

Nearest across the full emotional profile.

Same Mood as Jimi Hendrix

Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.

Like Jimi Hendrix, But Darker

Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.

Like Jimi Hendrix, But Lighter

Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.

Like Jimi Hendrix, But Less Popular

Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

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