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Summary: An intimate look inside The White Stripes cross-Canada tour, as Jack and Meg White touch down in remote northern communities and surprising city venues.
Great concert footage and behind-the-scenes stuff. I love how Meg is so quiet that they have to put subtitles whenever she talks. She drums loud but talks quiet.
Really, really strong music doc/concert film. Surprisingly intimate, there's something subtle going on here, particularly when viewed in context (White Stripes cancelled their next tour and haven't been seen since, over "anxiety"). Incredible cinematography that compliments the great performances and unique locals, this arguably deserves a place alongside landmark films Monterey Pop, Stop Making Sense, and Gimme Shelter.
The White Stripes are one of the most raw, dynamic and original rock bands of the last few decades and Under Great White Northern Lights shows them at the absolute top of their game. Jack White's understanding of music (everything from blues to punk) shines through in the amazing side shows, where he and Meg effortlessly switch between crazy and calm, pulsating and contemplative. The beautiful b&w footage and insightful interviews pushes it into the upper "Gimme Shelter" echelon of concert films
A mesmerizing journey with a band that can be carefully planned and spontaneous at the same time. The mixture of traditional folk music and modern garage rock reaches perfection as the duo confronts local natives in an unforgettable jam session. Also notable is the dynamic between Jack and Meg - you can see the latter going deeper into her shell week after week. What followed after the tour was a hiatus due to Meg's anxiety problems. Just might be the best tour documentary of the millennium.