The band blue october and specifically, the substance abuse issues of justin furstenfeld is the subject of a new documentary, get back up, which will hit the film festival circuit this fall. An intimate behindthescenes examination of why their music connects with fans. Documentary delves into depths of marine destruction. The mastermind behind blue october, justin furstenfeld, comes to london to premiere his new documentaryfilm, get back up, alongside an acoustic. May 29, 2019 blue october release trailer for new documentary get back up may 29, 2019 its an ultimatum that no addict wants to hear, especially not a platinumselling rock star like justin furstenfeld of blue october. Many trash cinema buffs have a weakness for the mondo films of the 1970s and 80s travelogues purporting to document all kinds of sensational material, from. World water wars is a 2008 documentary film directed, coproduced, and cowritten by sam bozzo, based on the book blue gold. Get back up documentary world premiere thursday may 21st. It charts the challenges we face and the opportunities for positive change.
Deep depression in his teens segued into a heavy drug addiction, which escalated in tandem with blue octobers success and swept up everything in his path, including his band and family. This is all part of the story in the bands upcoming documentary, get back up, out may 15 distribution tba. October country is a beautifully rendered portrait of an american family struggling for stability while haunted by the ghosts of war, teen pregnancy, foster care and child abuse. The thin blue line made its dvd premiere in july 2005 from mgm. May 29, 2019 blue october documentary trailer get back up shows bands struggle with addiction and ultimate redemption written by jason price on may 29, 2019 you have a choice. Filmmagic justin furstenfeld, the lead singer of blue october, has battled against addiction for a. A collaboration between filmmaker michael palmieri and photographer and family member donal mosher, this vibrant and penetrating documentary examines the forces that unsettle the working poor and the violence that. Beyond anything else, china blue is glaring evidence of the exploitation that goes on in the sweatshops of china, and as such it is worthy film. Filmmagic justin furstenfeld, the lead singer of blue october, has battled against addiction.
Its a story that will shake you up on how fragile and how our lives can turn on one simple decision, choice or chance via documentary. The band just finished wrapping up the i hope youre happy tour and has begun recording the. If you ordered a dvd, bluray, poster, red carpet event, or any other item that is still unfulfilled, you will get your item fulfilled by blue october at the time we release the documentary. We are also looking at the fact that the blue and john. About the documentary get back up documentary blue october. Nov 20, 2015 4 videos play all top tracks blue october blueoctoberofficial blue october coal makes diamonds official video duration. Documentary film on nanny to be shown october 23 and 24. Its an ultimatum that no addict wants to hear, especially not a platinumselling rock star like justin furstenfeld of blue october. Blue octobers justin furstenfeld was in shambles watching back sobriety documentary picture. The blue october documentary the blue october documentary. But thats exactly what his wife sarah said to him, as seen in the powerful and riveting new trailer for the upcoming music documentary get back up. Ten years after releasing their live dvd and album, argue with a tree, blue october is set to release things we do at night live from texas. Houston band blue october deals with mental illness in new documentary blue october performs at super bowl live, saturday, jan.
Although the film is the 95th highest grossing documentary film released since 1982, morris says he lost money on the production. The better call saul actor took cues from his own childhood to become one of tvs most intimidating villains. Oscars best picture winners best picture winners golden globes emmys san diego comiccon new york comiccon sundance film festival toronto intl film festival awards central festival central all events. Dallas docufest, doc lisboa, docn roll film festival, cork film festival, braunschweig international film festival, beirut art film festival, inedit barcelona, festival dei popoli, idfabest of fests. Its also about remarkable people around the globe who are using indigo in projects intended to improve life in their communities, preserve cultural integrity, and bring beauty to the world. Blue octobers justin furstenfeld opens up about get back. If you need to change the address for items purchased through pledgemusic, please email getbackup. Blue october is an alternative rock band headquartered in san marcos, texas, but is originally from houston, texas. The combinations of shots and different lighting from the concert really allows someone to relive the experience. You guys are so effin beautiful i cannot wait for this,i will be biting my nails until then. Farmsteaders documentary film will broadcast on the pov documentary series on pbs on september 2, 2019. When blue october frontman justin furstenfeld was 28, he started getting his life back together and making amends to the people he hurt as a result of his drug addiction. The thin blue line is a 1988 american documentary film by errol morris, about the trial and subsequent conviction of randall dale adams for the murder of texas police officer robert wood.
The group will be supporting the new documentary called get back up to be released on may 15 which chronicles frontman justin furstenfields struggle with mental illness and addiction. The documentary will begin a film festival circuit later this year. May 30, 2019 blue october gripping new documentary get back up covers their struggles with depression, drugs, and alcohol you have a choice. On may 21st we are featuring 4 different livestream events plus. I am the blues is a canadian documentary film, directed by daniel cross and released in 2016. Filmed in australia, indonesia, the philippines, the south pacific and the united states, this stunning cinematic documentary comes at a time when we are making critical decisions that will decide the legacy we leave for generations to come. Death for testifying with 100 percent certainty of a defendants.
The blue october vocalist has opened his life up to cameras to film the documentary get back up. This decade long journal follows the band and phoenixlike implosion and spiritual immersion of their frontman, who was born with a genius like gift to create hit music. Filmed over the span of nearly a decade through hundreds of shows worldwide, get back up isnt just the story of blue octobers meteoric rise to the top of the charts and then its equally quick demise. However blue october will push through this and we will fulfill every order in our pledgemusic campaign regardless of receiving funds from pledgemusic. Blue octobers justin furstenfeld opens up about get back up. His mother is featured in the video, which is an honest portrayal of what he put her through. Colors of hereditary cancer makes its worldwide theatrical premiere at laemmles music hall in beverly hills on october 2. The fight to stop the corporate theft of the worlds water by maude barlow and tony clarke. Filmed over the span of nearly a decade through hundreds of shows worldwide, get back up isnt just the story of blue october s meteoric rise to the top of the charts and then its equally quick demise. The band was formed in 1995 when two former high school friends justin furstenfeld lead vocals and ryan delahoussaye violinviola, mandolin, keyboards, and vocals, set out to create an alternative rock band that has since gone on to have twelve top 40 singles across nine.
With their last record, the bands 2016 effort home, behind them, the band was ready to start writing their followup album. Written by justin furstenfeld directed by rodney pinz music by eric holtz follow blue october on spotify. Exclusive prerelease screeningred carpet event austin, houston, or dallas. Justin furstenfelds vocals on this song are compelling in that his voice is so. Stories of indigo is an independent, featurelength documentary about the history, culture, and revival of the blue dye.
Take a trip into one of my favorite documentary films. Blue october release trailer for new documentary get back up. Directed by sam bozzo and released in 2008, the film was inspired by the book blue gold. We were in a great spot, coming off of a great record.
A riveting, emotionally charged rock doc like none before it. Dec 02, 2019 rock band blue october has announced a set of tour dates in 2020. Blue octobers justin furstenfeld in shambles watching. Morris became interested in the case while doing research for a film about dr. Produced and directed by micha peled and song chen. San rafael, ca opens august 9 smith rafael film center. I found my higher power in a wasp can, declares justin furstenfeld. Blue october documentary get back up announced watch. Blue october the film delves into the singers struggle with mental illness and drugs and its impact on his band and loved ones. The film explores the culture of blues music, beginning at the blue front cafe in bentonia, mississippi and expanding outward to profile many of the oldest blues musicians who are still performing on the traditional african american chitlin circuit musicians appearing in the film include bobby rush. The film also deals with justins mental health issues and thoughts of suicide which leads to a more personal story documenting furstenfelds struggles and how they fractured and damaged. Born today most popular celebs most popular celebs celebrity news. What makes china blue exceptional is the extreme serendipity that allowed it to be made at all.
May 03, 2020 take a trip into one of my favorite documentary films. Ocean on a precipice, illusion of abundance blue the film is an outstanding documentary made by a passionate group of advocates for the health and well being of our oceans. Huge blue october fan, and truly believe they are more amazing live as compared to a cd. The 2020 sxsw film festival lineup will be released january 2020. Blue october releases trailer for new documentary get back up. The film also deals with justins mental health issues and thoughts. Rock band blue october has announced a set of tour dates in 2020. On may 21st we are featuring 4 different livestream events plus youll be able to rent or purchase digital versions of the film.
The film explores the culture of blues music, beginning at the blue front cafe in bentonia, mississippi and expanding outward to profile many of the oldest blues musicians who are still performing on the traditional african american chitlin circuit. You can choose drugs or you can choose your family. Houston band blue october deals with mental illness in new. Somebody from blue octobers at home concert series. The film was first screened on october 9, 2008, at the vancouver international.
Blue october blue october are excited to announce the. The dvd was recommended to me by a patron at the library where i work. Plus limited theatrical release of get back up, the film. Blue october announces 2020 tour and new documentary, get back. James grigson, a psychiatrist known in texas as dr. While in rehab for drug addiction, the blue october singer was. The documentary get back up captures furstenfelds evolving approach to mental illness and addiction. Blue october light you up official live video youtube. I really like a good doc and this is one of the best ive seen. Blue october releases trailer for new documentary get. Blue october documentary trailer get back up shows bands. We are pleased about the vivid interest of festivals.
For nine days, creatives of all stripes gather for the acclaimed sxsw film festival program to celebrate raw innovation and emerging talent from both behind and in front of the camera. Feb 08, 2019 blue octobers justin furstenfeld was in shambles watching back sobriety documentary picture. Fear, home, and bleed out, the film moves through furstenfelds early. Blue october release trailer for new documentary get back up may 29, 2019 its an ultimatum that no addict wants to hear, especially not a platinumselling. Reaching blue is the story of a coastal way of life under threat, where hope is found in stories of our past while facing the challenges of the future. Blue october releases trailer for new documentary get back. Documentary on blue october, singer justin furstenfeld to. Blue october, the things we do at night concert 2016. A study of place and persistence, farmsteaders points an honest and tender lens at everyday life in rural america, offering an unexpected voice for a forsaken people. A collaboration between filmmaker michael palmieri and photographer and family member donal mosher, this vibrant and penetrating documentary examines the forces that. This error message is only visible to wordpress admins. Blue october get back up in intimate documentary, embark. Blue october tackles mental illness, addiction in new film datebook.
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