Shine a Light
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Shine a Light

A master director shining his light on the best rock band on the planet.

6.8 / 10 2008 2h 2mPG-13 English
DocumentaryMusic

Storyline

Martin Scorsese’s electrifying concert documentary captures The Rolling Stones live at New York’s Beacon Theatre during their A Bigger Bang tour. Filmed over two nights in 2006 with an all-star team of cinematographers, the film combines dynamic performances with archival footage and rare glimpses behind the scenes, offering a vibrant portrait of the band’s enduring energy and legacy.

Cast & Crew

Mick Jagger

Mick Jagger

Self - The Rolling Stones Vocals, Guitar, Harmonica

Lead
Keith Richards

Keith Richards

Self - The Rolling Stones Guitar, Vocals

Charlie Watts

Charlie Watts

Self - The Rolling Stones Drums

Ronnie Wood

Ronnie Wood

Self - The Rolling Stones Guitar

TR

Tim Ries

Self - The Rolling Stones Saxophone, Keyboards

Blondie Chaplin

Blondie Chaplin

Self - The Rolling Stones Vocals

Christina Aguilera

Christina Aguilera

Self

Jack White

Jack White

Self

What People Are Saying

4.0
A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Martin Scorsese's vision lands with breathtaking precision.
Manohla Dargis, The New York Times
3.0
Every frame feels alive. Shine a Light is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.
Anthony Lane, The New Yorker