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Taking Woodstock (2009)

"A generation began in his backyard."

6.220092h 0mEN
MusicComedyDrama

Directed by Ang Lee

Rating

6.2/10

Runtime

2h 0m

Language

EN

Release

August 26, 2009

Director

Ang Lee

Official Trailer

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Overview

The story of Elliot Tiber and his family, who inadvertently played a pivotal role in making the famed Woodstock Music and Arts Festival into the happening that it was. When Elliot hears that a neighboring town has pulled the permit on a hippie music festival, he calls the producers thinking he could...

Cast

Demetri Martin

Demetri Martin

Elliot Teichberg

Imelda Staunton

Imelda Staunton

Sonia Teichberg

Henry Goodman

Henry Goodman

Jake Teichberg

Jonathan Groff

Jonathan Groff

Michael Lang

Eugene Levy

Eugene Levy

Max Yasgur

Emile Hirsch

Emile Hirsch

Billy

Dan Fogler

Dan Fogler

Devon

Liev Schreiber

Liev Schreiber

Vilma

Mamie Gummer

Mamie Gummer

Tisha

Jeffrey Dean Morgan

Jeffrey Dean Morgan

Dan

Adam Pally

Adam Pally

Artie Kornfeld

Kevin Sussman

Kevin Sussman

Stan

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Taking Woodstock (2009), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

The story of Elliot Tiber and his family, who inadvertently played a pivotal role in making the famed Woodstock Music and Arts Festival into the happening that it was. When Elliot hears that a neighboring town has pulled the permit on a hippie music festival, he calls the producers thinking he could drum up some much-needed business for his parents' run-down motel. Three weeks later, half a million people are on their way to his neighbor’s farm in White Lake, New York, and Elliot finds himself swept up in a generation-defining experience that would change his life–and American culture–forever.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Taking Woodstock. 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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