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Roy Orbison and Friends: A Black and White Night (1988)

"Roy Orbison performs in a 1940s-type nightclub setting"

7.519881h 4mEN
MusicDocumentary

Directed by Tony Mitchell

Rating

7.5/10

Runtime

1h 4m

Language

EN

Release

January 3, 1988

Director

Tony Mitchell

Overview

Recorded live at the Coconut Grove in Los Angeles, Roy is joined by an eclectic ensemble of rock and roll superstars including Jackson Browne, Elvis Costello, T-Bone Burnett, J.D. Souther, Jennifer Warnes, k.d. lang, Bonnie Raitt, Bruce Springsteen and Tom Waits.

Cast

Roy Orbison

Roy Orbison

Self - Lead Vocals/Guitar

Jackson Browne

Jackson Browne

Self - Backing Vocals

T Bone Burnett

T Bone Burnett

Self - Guitar

Elvis Costello

Elvis Costello

Self - Guitar/Electric Organ/Harmonica

J. Steven Soles

J. Steven Soles

Self - Backing Vocals

Bonnie Raitt

Bonnie Raitt

Self - Backing Vocals

Bruce Springsteen

Bruce Springsteen

Self - Vocals/Guitar

Tom Waits

Tom Waits

Self - Organ/Guitar

JD Souther

JD Souther

Self - Backing Vocals/Guitar

Jennifer Warnes

Jennifer Warnes

Self - Backing Vocals

Alex Acuna

Alex Acuna

Self - Percussion

Glen D. Hardin

Glen D. Hardin

Self - Piano

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Roy Orbison and Friends: A Black and White Night (1988), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Recorded live at the Coconut Grove in Los Angeles, Roy is joined by an eclectic ensemble of rock and roll superstars including Jackson Browne, Elvis Costello, T-Bone Burnett, J.D. Souther, Jennifer Warnes, k.d. lang, Bonnie Raitt, Bruce Springsteen and Tom Waits.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Roy Orbison and Friends: A Black and White Night. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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