Once Were Brothers: Robbie Robertson and the Band

Once Were Brothers: Robbie Robertson and the Band

Directed by Daniel Roher

Produced by Bell Media, White Pine Pictures

2020100 min6.8 / 10

A reflective, music-steeped documentary portrait of artistic creation and brotherhood, balancing reverence for The Band's legacy with candid acknowledgment of the costs of fame and collaboration.

A confessional, cautionary, and occasionally humorous tale of Robbie Robertson's young life and the creation of one of the most enduring groups in the history of popular music, The Band.

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  • Is Once Were Brothers: Robbie Robertson and the Band easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 71% of films.

  • Is Once Were Brothers: Robbie Robertson and the Band sad? Somewhat. More sad than 70% of films.

  • Is Once Were Brothers: Robbie Robertson and the Band scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 65% of films.

  • Is Once Were Brothers: Robbie Robertson and the Band violent? Not especially. Less violent than 64% of films.

  • Does Once Were Brothers: Robbie Robertson and the Band end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

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