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Barenaked in America (2000)
Rated: Not Rated
Synopsis: BARENAKED IN AMERICA takes a frank, good-natured look at two weeks of the Canadian band, Barenaked Ladies, on their 1999 tour of North America, and features footage of performances in Buffalo, New York; Toronto and Vancouver, Canada; Boston, Massachusetts; New York, New York;... BARENAKED IN AMERICA takes a frank, good-natured look at two weeks of the Canadian band, Barenaked Ladies, on their 1999 tour of North America, and features footage of performances in Buffalo, New York; Toronto and Vancouver, Canada; Boston, Massachusetts; New York, New York; Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; and Wallingford, Connecticut. Director Jason Priestley intercuts engaging concert footage that communicates the band's rapport with its fans with humorous interviews with the fans themselves. BARENAKED IN AMERICA also features interviews with various celebrity acquaintances of Barenaked Ladies, as well as honest and revealing discussions with band members, who talk about life on the road, their families, drinking, eager female fans, and their struggles as a Canadian band trying to break into the American market. [More]
Genre: Musical & Performing Arts
Starring: Ed Robertson, Steven Page, Jim Creeggan, Kevin Hearn, Tyler Stewart
Reviews
They play the funny songs, but just when things threaten to get too lightweight, singer Steven Page lets loose with a riveting, scorchingly soulful rendition of 'Break Your Heart' to let everyone know they're not just clowning around.
inquisitive and stylish, blending the distinguished personalities of the Barenaked Ladies with zest and humor of the film’s clever interviews.
For the discerning rock fan and/or filmgoer, Barenaked in America is about as insightful as an MTV promotional video.
A funny, spirited film driven by the band's sense of humor and energetic performances.


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