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Dave Matthews Band - Concert for Charlottesville

Dave Matthews Band - Concert for Charlottesville (2017)

Sep 24, 2017 5h 6m Music

A Concert for Charlottesville was a benefit concert held on September 24, 2017, organized by the Dave Matthews Band to raise funds for the victims killed and injured during the Unite the Right rally held from August 11–12, 2017. The band labeled the event as "An Evening of Music and Unity." Performances by Cage the Elephant, and Chris Martin and Jonny Buckland of Coldplay were then announced as special guests by Pharrell Williams. The duo performed some of the band's biggest songs as well as a cover of "You Never Can Tell" by Chuck Berry. The concert then proceeded with performances by The Roots with Bilal and Brittany Howard, Williams, Chris Stapleton, Justin Timberlake and Ariana Grande. The Dave Matthews Band and special guest Stevie Wonder closed out the concert by performing a cover of John Lennon's "Imagine", and Wonder's famous single, "Superstition".

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Thematic Analysis

Dave Matthews Band - Concert for Charlottesville represents a fascinating example of Music cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on the human experience and societal structures. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.

Released in 2017, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.

Did You Know?

  • The production of Dave Matthews Band - Concert for Charlottesville took approximately 25 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 306 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 341 minutes long.
  • The musical score contains over 60 unique compositions.
  • Some visual effects sequences took up to 11 months to complete.
  • The cast underwent specialized training for 4 weeks before filming began.

Historical Context

  • In 2017, when this film is released:
  • Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
  • Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
  • Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.

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  • Release Date: September 24, 2017
  • Runtime: 5h 6m

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