Martin Scorsese’s documentary George Harrison: Living In The Material World will be screened in North America on 5 and 6 October 2011, and will be released in the UK on DVD and Blu-ray on 10 October.
The film will be accompanied by a book of the same name by George Harrison’s widow Olivia. Due to be published by Abrams Books in September, it will contain photographs, letters, diary entries and memorabilia that tells the story of his life.
Scorsese’s film features interviews with Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, George Martin, Yoko Ono, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle and Phil Spector among others. Much of the footage is rare or previously unseen, and includes previously unreleased shots of The Beatles.
George was making spiritually awake music – we all heard and felt it – and I think that was the reason that he came to occupy a very special place in our lives. So when I was offered the chance to make this picture, I jumped at it. Spending time with Olivia, interviewing so many of George’s closest friends, reviewing all that footage, some of it never seen before, and listening to all of that magnificent music – it was a joy, and an experience I’ll always treasure.
t will be shown by HBO in North America over two nights. The TV network describes Living In The Material World as “deeply moving and touches each viewer in unique and individual ways”.
George Harrison died on 29 November 2001, and the documentary and book are part of a 10-year commemoration of his passing.
Missing you, George!
Would LOVE to see it! What could possibly go wrong with a Documentary of one of the most beloved person ever lived?
Everything. It probably won’t, but I’m being cautious.
I cannot wait to see this documentary on the life and times of my favorite Beatle. Scorsese did a phenomenal job on The Last Waltz many years ago and I am looking forward to seeing how he does with George.
George Harisson was a genius….And I am so happy that this documentary was done about his life as a Beatle and as Artist and a Spiritual Man…..Let’s celebrate his life. Thank you Olivia Harisson for making this happen and for sharing this with the world! May George always find Love and Comfort with his Sweet Lord….
I am holding my breath, and it’s alreasdy October 11.
Where on earth can I but the DVD?
A link would be great.
It’s available on Amazon.co.uk. You don’t say which country you live in, but I understand it’ll be released in the US later in the year.