Hendrix

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Jimi Hendrix was perhaps the single most groundbreaking guitarist in the history of rock & roll; utilizing feedback, distortion, and effects pedals as integral parts of his sound and not simply as punctuation, Hendrix created a radically new aesthetic for the electric guitar, which combined with his superlative songwriting abilities and remarkable gift to bring out the most in other musicians helped to make him one of the most important figures in '60s rock, until his death in the fall of 1970s as a result of a drug overdose. This made-for-TV biography (originally shown on the Showtime premium cable network) stars Wood Harris as the legendary guitarist, and examines his life and career, both on and off the stage. Hendrix also stars Vivica A. Fox and Dorian Harewood; the filmmakers were unfortunately unable to obtain permission to use Hendrix's own songs in the film, so his onscreen performances are of covers Jimi recorded during his career.

Rating:

R (adult situations)
Genre:

Drama, Special Interest
Directed By:

Leon Ichaso
Written By:

Hal Roberts, Butch Stein, Art Washington
In Theaters:

Sep 17, 2000 wide
On Disc/Streaming:

Mar 27, 2001
Runtime:

105 minutes
Studio:

MGM