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Backbeat

R19941h 40mIain Softley
IMDb 6.6 · Rotten Tomatoes 70%
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"5 guys. 4 legends. 3 lovers. 2 friends. 1 band."

Chronicles the early days of The Beatles in Hamburg, Germany. The film focuses primarily on the relationship between Stuart Sutcliffe, John Lennon, and Sutcliffe's girlfriend Astrid Kirchherr.

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GuitarRed-light DistrictStuart SutcliffeBoyfriend Girlfriend RelationshipRiver ElbeHamburg, GermanyPhotoReeperbahn

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Frequently asked questions

What is Backbeat (1994) about?

Chronicles the early days of The Beatles in Hamburg, Germany. The film focuses primarily on the relationship between Stuart Sutcliffe, John Lennon, and Sutcliffe's girlfriend Astrid Kirchherr.

Who stars in Backbeat?

Backbeat stars Sheryl Lee (Astrid Kirchherr), Stephen Dorff (Stuart Sutcliffe), Ian Hart (John Lennon), Gary Bakewell (Paul McCartney), Chris O'Neill (George Harrison). The film was directed by Iain Softley.

How long is Backbeat?

Backbeat has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1994. It is rated R.

Is Backbeat worth watching?

Backbeat holds an IMDb rating of 6.6/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 70. Fans of Drama, Music are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

Where can I watch Backbeat?

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