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Filmmaker Jerry Aronson profiles the controversial poet from his youth through political activism to academia. With Norman Mailer, William Burroughs, Joan Baez, Dr. Timothy Leary. Fiercely funny and moving --Rolling Stone Splendid! A great American story --Los Angeles Times A very rich slice of cultural history, lovingly presented. --Boston Globe Review: Ginsberg - For anyone familiar with Allen Ginsberg's work, this set is a great introduction to his life and times. To someone not familiar with his work, it is an excellent introduction to one of America's great poets, in the tradition of Walt Whitman. To someone who is curious about the "Beat" generation, this is a great inroduction to some of the best-known names of that time. Well worth the money, and well worth several viewings. Review: Greatest American poet of the 20th Century - He reads a lot of his idiosyncratic poems throughout the vid, and it doesn't put him in a box; this is him, Allen Ginsberg. Greatest American poet of the 20th Century, ya!
| Contributor | Abbie Hoffman, Allen Ginsberg, Amiri Baraka, Dr. Timothy Leary, Jerry Aronson, Joan Baez, Ken Kesey, Norman Mailer, William S. Burroughs Contributor Abbie Hoffman, Allen Ginsberg, Amiri Baraka, Dr. Timothy Leary, Jerry Aronson, Joan Baez, Ken Kesey, Norman Mailer, William S. Burroughs See more |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 59 Reviews |
| Format | Black & White, Color, Multiple Formats, NTSC, Widescreen |
| Genre | Special Interests |
| Language | English |
| Number Of Discs | 2 |
E**L
Ginsberg
For anyone familiar with Allen Ginsberg's work, this set is a great introduction to his life and times. To someone not familiar with his work, it is an excellent introduction to one of America's great poets, in the tradition of Walt Whitman. To someone who is curious about the "Beat" generation, this is a great inroduction to some of the best-known names of that time. Well worth the money, and well worth several viewings.
A**R
Greatest American poet of the 20th Century
He reads a lot of his idiosyncratic poems throughout the vid, and it doesn't put him in a box; this is him, Allen Ginsberg. Greatest American poet of the 20th Century, ya!
J**N
A marvelous, heartfelt and very well researched film about ...
A marvelous, heartfelt and very well researched film about a genuine mensch. Where are you now when we need you, Allen?
T**S
poet and muse Allen Ginsberg (Deluxe Two-Disc Set)
The extraordinary life and times of Allen Ginsberg are profiled in this straightforward tribute documentary. I can't recall gaining any new insights or knowledge of Ginsberg, *but* I had already done my homework on the Beats and all that when, like so many others, I was a fascinated teenager. What I did experience was again being made aware of how much Ginsgerg's life connected with and that it was better through his having been a part of it. Not only was he a Beat poet but a great muse to many, many artists. I dare say I find that aspect of his life the most interesting. America is better because Ginsberg lived. He was a peacemaker, an activist, and a really nice and lovable guy. This film serves as a solid introduction to the famous countercultural icon's story as it is told with ample footage and through many interviews with his many famous friends and admirers: Beck, Bono, Paul McCartney, Yoko Ono, Johnny Depp, Hunter S. Thompson, Andy Warhol, Patti Smith, Joan Baez, Michael McClure, Norman Mailer, Amiri Baraka, Ken Kesey, William S. Burroughs, Lawrence Ferlinghetti, Anne Waldman and Timothy Leary... Excerpts of discussions with William Buckley and Dick Cavett are also included. The DVD set includes over 6 hours of extras. Must have for fans.
J**K
Ginsberg's Poetry
I spent my early years living near the Village and never understood Allen Ginsberg's poetry for some reason. This film changed my mind.
A**N
Highly recommend.
Tremendous.
Y**N
to be read
one of the most exhilirating documentary i have ever seen nice guy, this nut! six more words required? ok, here they are!
C**L
Ginsberg was so far ahead of his generation and a brilliant poet!
Mr. Ginsberg was so far ahead of his generation and a brilliant poet!!!
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