Event

Neil Young Journeys

Directed by Jonathan Demme
1 hr 27 mins, rated NR

In May of 2011, Neil Young drove a 1956 Crown Victoria from his idyllic hometown of Omemee, Ontario to downtown Toronto's iconic Massey Hall where he intimately performed the last two nights of his solo world tour. Along the drive, Young recounted insightful and introspective stories from his youth to filmmaker Jonathan Demme. Demme, a long-time fan and collaborator, captured these tales of Young's childhood and masterfully weaved them together with his mesmerizing music including songs from the 2010 album Le Noise and powerful renditions of classics including "Ohio", Hey Hey, My My", "I Believe in You" and previously unreleased songs "Leia" and "You Never Call." Through the tunes and the tales, Demme portrays a personal, retrospective look into the heart and soul of the artist.

3 STARS. "An intimate performance portrait" Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun Times

"Essential Neil Young" Rolling Stone

"A feast for Neil Young lovers and initiates alike." Peter Rainer, Christian Science Monitor

"Underscores the continuing relevance of Young's artistry over the last 45 years and why he is regarded as one of rock's most influential musicians and songwriters." Claudia Puig, USA Today