Jimi Hendrix(1973)

movie - first aired/released 1973-06-14 - 98 min - audience 7.7

Documentary, Music

Directed by Gary Weis, Joe Boyd, John Head

Made shortly after his death, this documentary explores the brief life and remarkable legacy of guitarist Jimi Hendrix. After finding fame in the U.K., Hendrix brought his act back to the U.S., where his influential playing style left a blazing imprint on a whole generation of musicians. Employing interviews with family and contemporaries, such as Eric Clapton, as well as scorching live performances from Woodstock and Isle of Wight, the film paints an indelible portrait of a rock 'n' roll legend.