Watch Duran Duran - A Diamond In The Mind
- NR
- 2011
- 1 hr 35 min
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8.8 (58)
Duran Duran - A Diamond In The Mind is a concert film that captures the essence of Duran Duran's live performances. The movie, released in 2012, showcases the band's performance at the Manchester Arena during their "All You Need Is Now" tour. The film opens to an electrifying performance of "Before the Rain," the first track from their 2011 album, All You Need Is Now. This sets the tone for an enthralling cinematic experience that is both visually stunning and musically captivating.
As the band members - Simon Le Bon, Nick Rhodes, John Taylor, Roger Taylor, and Dom Brown - take the stage, the crowd erupts into cheers, setting the scene for a night of pure unadulterated entertainment.
The energetic performance of "Planet Earth" follows, with the band transporting the audience back to the early 80s with their signature style and panache.
Throughout the film, the band performs several of their greatest hits, including "Hungry Like The Wolf," "Girls on Film," "Ordinary World," and "Rio," to name a few. The concert also features new tracks from their then-recent album, such as "All You Need Is Now" and "Girl Panic!"
The cinematography of the film is exceptional, with the audience being taken on a visual journey that captures the concert in its entirety. The use of various camera angles, including aerial shots, gives the viewer a bird's eye view of the concert and adds to the excitement and energy of the performance.
Apart from the music, the movie also provides a brief insight into the band's history, with interviews with the members interspersed throughout the concert footage. The interviews highlight the band's journey, their influences and inspirations, and what drives them to continue making music after all these years.
One of the standout moments of the concert is the performance of "Wild Boys." The band brilliantly captures the spirit of the song with their stage presence and theatrics, with Simon Le Bon donning an epic outfit that adds to the dramatic flair of the performance.
The movie's finale is a delightful rendition of "Rio," arguably one of Duran Duran's most iconic songs. The band, backed by a live orchestra, gives a mesmerizing performance that leaves the audience wanting more.
Overall, Duran Duran - A Diamond In The Mind is a must-watch for fans of the band as well as for music lovers in general. The film not only captures the essence of Duran Duran's live performances but also provides a glimpse into their history and evolution as a band. It is a testament to the band's staying power and shows that even after 40 years, Duran Duran still knows how to put on an unforgettable show.
Duran Duran - A Diamond In The Mind is a 2011 music movie with a runtime of 1 hour and 35 minutes. It has received mostly positive reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 8.8.