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The Velvet Underground

R20212h 1mTodd Haynes
IMDb 7.3 · Rotten Tomatoes 98% · Metacritic 87
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Experience the iconic rock band's legacy in the first major documentary to tell their story. Directed with the era’s avant-garde spirit by Todd Haynes, this kaleidoscopic oral history combines exclusive interviews with dazzling archival footage.

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What is The Velvet Underground (2021) about?

Experience the iconic rock band's legacy in the first major documentary to tell their story. Directed with the era’s avant-garde spirit by Todd Haynes, this kaleidoscopic oral history combines exclusive interviews with dazzling archival footage.

Who stars in The Velvet Underground?

The Velvet Underground stars Lou Reed (Self (archive footage)), John Cale (Self), Sterling Morrison (Self (archive footage)), Maureen Tucker (Self), Jonas Mekas (Self). The film was directed by Todd Haynes.

How long is The Velvet Underground?

The Velvet Underground has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 2021. It is rated R.

Is The Velvet Underground worth watching?

The Velvet Underground holds an IMDb rating of 7.3/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 98. Fans of Documentary, Music are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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