The Mozart of pop? A one man Lennon and McCartney? The comparisons aren't extravagant when you're talking about Brian Wilson, the subject of this captivating 77-minute documentary (with interviews, live performances, behind-the-scenes footage, etc.). The fact that the wunderkind architect of so many Beach Boys classics is still around at all, let alone largely recovered from his well-chronicled emotional and physical problems, borders on the miraculous. Presented in Dolby Digital 5.0 and 2.0, the DVD is a celebration of Wilson's life and work--not simply by the likes of Paul McCartney, Neil Young, and Pete Townshend but by Wilson himself, who with each performance becomes stronger and more at ease on stage. And it's great to hear his songs, including both the obvious (“Good Vibrations,” “Fun Fun Fun”) and the unexpected (“Lay Down Burden,” Brian's tender tribute to his late brother Carl), performed with such joy by Wilson's brilliant band. More than a comeback, this is an ongoing, amazing success story. Highly recommended. Aud: P. (S. Graham)
Brian Wilson on Tour
(2003) 77 min. DVD: $24.98. BMG Distribution (avail. from most distributors). Color cover. Volume 18, Issue 3
Brian Wilson on Tour
Star Ratings
As of March 2022, Video Librarian has changed from a four-star rating system to a five-star one. This change allows our reviewers to have a wider range of critical viewpoints, as well as to synchronize with Google’s rating structure. This change affects all reviews from March 2022 onwards. All reviews from before this period will still retain their original rating. Future film submissions will be considered our new 1-5 star criteria.
Order From Your Favorite Distributor Today: