
Backbeat
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Set in the early 1960s, this film explores the formative years of The Beatles, focusing on the intense friendship between John Lennon and the band’s original bassist, Stuart Sutcliffe. As the band navigates the vibrant music scene in Hamburg, Germany, Sutcliffe finds himself torn between his passion for art and his commitment to the band. The film stars Stephen Dorff as Stuart Sutcliffe and Ian Hart as John Lennon, delivering compelling performances that capture the spirit of the era. Directed by Iain Softley, the movie offers a glimpse into the lesser-known aspects of The Beatles’ history. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on 123Movies / Movies123.
Duration:1h 40min
Views:1167
Release:1994
Release Date:1994-04-01
Director:Iain Softley
Actors:Chris O'Neill, Gary Bakewell, Ian Hart, Jennifer Ehle, Kai Wiesinger, Paul Duckworth, Rob Spendlove, Scot Williams, Sheryl Lee, Stephen Dorff
Country:Germany, United Kingdom
Awards:Won 1 BAFTA Award, 5 wins & 4 nominations total
Worldwide Gross:$4,708,451
TMDB:6.1
Rotten Tomatoes:68%
FilmAffinity:5.9
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