The Pink Floyd and Syd Barrett Story (2005)

Synopsis: Pink Floyd's famous "lost genius," their original leader and principal songwriter Syd Barrett, is profiled in this comprehensive BBC documentary. Among the highlights are rare film of early Pink... Pink Floyd's famous "lost genius," their original leader and principal songwriter Syd Barrett, is profiled in this comprehensive BBC documentary. Among the highlights are rare film of early Pink Floyd live concerts, interviews with band members Nick Mason, Rick Wright, Duggie Fields, Roger Waters, Bob Klose, and David Gilmour, as well as interviews with Jerry Shirley of Humble Pie and others. Songs include "Shine On You Crazy Diamond," "See Emily Play," "Arnold Layne," "Bike," and "Interstellar Overdrive." Bonus features include performances by Robyn Hitchcock playing "It Is Obvious" and "Wish You Were Here" (and a 4-minute explanation by David Gilmour of how the song came to be written about Barrett); Graham Coxon from Blur playing "Love You;" a 10-minute exclusive interview with Roger Waters discussing Barrett (including the legendary last time he saw him); and a biography of Barrett. [More]