The Greatest Night in Pop

The Greatest Night in Pop

The untold story behind "We Are the World."

Directed by Bao Nguyen

Produced by Dorothy St Pictures, MakeMake

202496 min7.9 / 10

A celebratory, behind-the-scenes documentary capturing a landmark moment of musical collaboration and humanitarian purpose, suffused with nostalgia and warmth.

On a January night in 1985, music's biggest stars gathered to record "We Are the World." This documentary goes behind the scenes of the historic event.

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  • Is The Greatest Night in Pop scary? No. Less frightening than 98% of films.

  • Does The Greatest Night in Pop end with hope? Yes, very. More hopeful than 97% of films.

  • Is The Greatest Night in Pop easy watching? Yes, very. More comforting than 95% of films.

  • Is The Greatest Night in Pop violent? No. Less violent than 92% of films.

  • Is The Greatest Night in Pop sad? Barely. Less sad than 80% of films.

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88/ 100

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