The Velvet Underground
20212h 1m6.8(121 votes)
DocumentaryMusic
Synopsis
Experience the iconic rock band's legacy in the first major documentary to tell their story. Directed with the era’s avant-garde spirit by Todd Haynes, this kaleidoscopic oral history combines exclusive interviews with dazzling archival footage.
The Velvet Underground (2021) is a documentary and music film directed by Todd Haynes. It stars Lou Reed, John Cale, and Sterling Morrison. The film runs for 2 hours 1 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 6.8 out of 10 from 121 votes.
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Director
Cast
Lou Reed
Self (archive footage)
John Cale
Self
Sterling Morrison
Self (archive footage)
Maureen Tucker
Self
Jonas Mekas
Self
Jonathan Richman
Self
John Waters
Self
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Who stars in The Velvet Underground?
The Velvet Underground stars Lou Reed, John Cale, Sterling Morrison, and Maureen Tucker, and was directed by Todd Haynes.
How long is The Velvet Underground?
The Velvet Underground has a runtime of 2 hours 1 minutes.
When did The Velvet Underground come out?
The Velvet Underground was released in 2021.
What genre is The Velvet Underground?
The Velvet Underground is a documentary and music film.
Is The Velvet Underground worth watching?
The Velvet Underground holds an average audience score of 6.8 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.
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