Shine a Light(2008)
“A master director shining his light on the best rock band on the planet.”
Overview
Martin Scorsese’s electrifying concert documentary captures The Rolling Stones live at New York’s Beacon Theatre during their A Bigger Bang tour. Filmed over two nights in 2006 with an all-star team of cinematographers, the film combines dynamic performances with archival footage and rare glimpses behind the scenes, offering a vibrant portrait of the band’s enduring energy and legacy.
Director
Martin Scorsese
Studio
Shangri-La Entertainment
Budget
$1M
Revenue
$16M
Cast
Mick Jagger
as Self - The Rolling Stones Vocals, Guitar, Harmonica
Keith Richards
as Self - The Rolling Stones Guitar, Vocals
Charlie Watts
as Self - The Rolling Stones Drums
Ronnie Wood
as Self - The Rolling Stones Guitar
Tim Ries
as Self - The Rolling Stones Saxophone, Keyboards
Blondie Chaplin
as Self - The Rolling Stones Vocals
Christina Aguilera
as Self
Jack White
as Self
Buddy Guy
as Self
Michael Davis
as Self
Kent S. Smith
as Self
Hillary Clinton
as Self (uncredited)
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2008
Runtime
2h 2m
Language
English
Rating
6.8 / 10
Budget
$1M
Box Office
$16M
Production Companies
Shangri-La Entertainment • Concert Productions International • Paramount Vantage
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Shine a Light?▼
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What is Shine a Light about?▼
Martin Scorsese’s electrifying concert documentary captures The Rolling Stones live at New York’s Beacon Theatre during their A Bigger Bang tour. Filmed over two nights in 2006 with an all-star team of cinematographers, the film combines dynamic performances with archival footage and rare glimpses behind the scenes, offering a vibrant portrait of the band’s enduring energy and legacy.
Who directed Shine a Light?▼
Shine a Light was directed by Martin Scorsese and released in 2008. It is a documentary, music film.
How long is Shine a Light?▼
Shine a Light has a runtime of 2 hours and 2 minutes (122 minutes total).
Who stars in Shine a Light?▼
The cast of Shine a Light includes Mick Jagger as Self - The Rolling Stones Vocals, Guitar, Harmonica, Keith Richards as Self - The Rolling Stones Guitar, Vocals, Charlie Watts as Self - The Rolling Stones Drums, Ronnie Wood as Self - The Rolling Stones Guitar, Tim Ries as Self - The Rolling Stones Saxophone, Keyboards and more.
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