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IMDb rating 7.6
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Critic rating 6.8

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Critic Kim Newman
rated 8

A tantalising study of a troubled creator whose charisma still borders on the supernatural. Great music, too.

Read full review at Empire
Critic Peter Bradshaw
rated 8

Aweirdly gripping documentary...

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Critic Gunnar Holm-Mikkelsen
rated 5

Filmen er fortalt som et opslag i det store rockleksikon under "The Doors". Strengt kronologisk og spækket med fakta om dygtige musikere...

Read full review at Cinemazone
Critic Nils Karlén
rated 6

...lätt att rekommendera den här filmen till den som är det minsta intresserad av The Doors eller sextiotalets musikscen överhuvudtaget.

Read full review at Moviezine

Cast & Crew

Tom DiCillo
Director
Tom DiCillo
Writer
Johnny Depp
As Narrator (voice)
Ray Manzarek
As Self (archive footage)
Jim Morrison
As Self (archive footage)

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When You're Strange is a documentary film that delves into the turbulent history of the iconic rock band The Doors, from their formation in 1965 to the death of their lead singer Jim Morrison in 1971. The film features never-before-seen archival footage of the band's performances, interviews, and behind-the-scenes moments, offering a fresh and intimate look at one of the most influential bands of all time. With a star-studded cast, including Jim Morrison, Ray Manzarek, John Densmore, and Robby Krieger, the film takes us on a journey through the highs and lows of The Doors' career, showcasing their revolutionary music and the lasting impact it had on rock 'n' roll history. Narrated by Johnny Depp, When You're Strange is a must-see for any music lover or fan of The Doors.

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