Gimme Shelter
United States • 1970
Directors
#99Criterion Collection →Synopsis
A detailed chronicle of the famous 1969 tour of the United States by the British rock band The Rolling Stones, which culminated with the disastrous and tragic concert held on December 6 at the Altamont Speedway Free Festival, an event of historical significance, as it marked the end of an era: the generation of peace and love suddenly became the generation of disillusionment.
Synopsis
A detailed chronicle of the famous 1969 tour of the United States by the British rock band The Rolling Stones, which culminated with the disastrous and tragic concert held on December 6 at the Altamont Speedway Free Festival, an event of historical significance, as it marked the end of an era: the generation of peace and love suddenly became the generation of disillusionment.
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Credits
Crew
DirectorDavid Maysles, Albert Maysles, Charlotte Zwerin
CinematographerAlbert Maysles, David Maysles
Cast
Michael Langas Self
Mick Jaggeras Self - The Rolling Stones Member
Charlie Wattsas Self - The Rolling Stones Member
Keith Richardsas Self - The Rolling Stones Member