Listen To The Movie
A great movie soundtrack can make all the difference, turning scenes into unforgettable moments. In this series, Rob Cavenagh dives into the iconic tunes that define these films, exploring their impact and storytelling power. A lifelong music fan, record collector, and self-described soundtrack nerd, Rob brings his passion and insight to a lively post-film conversation and Q&A.
Backbeat
- Fri, May 30
Director: Iain Softley Run Time: 100 min. Rating: R Release Year: 1994
Starring: Chris O'Neill, Gary Bakewell, Ian Hart, Sheryl Lee, Stephen Dorff
Backbeat is an energetic musical drama about the pre-fame Beatles as they journey to Hamburg in search of success. As their popularity grows, the "fifth Beatle," Stuart Sutcliffe, faces a difficult choice between his love, his friendship with John Lennon, and his place in the band. With a soundtrack featuring music from Dave Grohl, David Pirner, and Mike Mills, Backbeat is a thrilling, raucous spectacle. In our Listen To The Movie series, local musician Rob Cavenagh leads a post-film Q&A, exploring the soundtrack that defines the film.