In the Court of the Crimson King: King Crimson at 50

2022, Movie, 1h 25min

The film explores the “acute suffering” and transcendent glory experienced by current and former members of King Crimson, allowing the audience an intimate and sometimes uncomfortable insight into the musicians’ experience as they confront life and death head on in the world’s most demanding rock band.

"In the Court of the Crimson King: King Crimson at 50" — comedy, music and documentary movie produced in UK and released in 2022. It has a great rating on IMDb: 7.4 stars out of 10. It is a feature-length film with a runtime of 1h 25min. "In the Court of the Crimson King: King Crimson at 50" is currently available for rent and to buy on Apple TV and Amazon Store. Click on a playlink to watch it now!

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7.4

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Critic Wendy Ide

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Rarely does a music documentary so vividly evoke both the artistic approach and the tricky personality of its subject.

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Critic Joe Gross

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...a moving, accessible, and very funny look at one of the most precise bands in the history of rock music and their cantankerous leader.

Read full review at The Austin Chronicle

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In the Court of the Crimson King: King Crimson at 50 is a unique and captivating film that delves into the history and legacy of the iconic rock band King Crimson. Through a blend of dark humor, poignant reflection, and musical exploration, the documentary takes a fresh approach to the traditional music documentary format. As the film journeys through the band's 50-year history, it reveals the stories of the people who have given their all to their art and the power of music to transcend time and change lives. With a healthy dose of wit and irreverence, In the Court of the Crimson King offers a deeply entertaining and thought-provoking experience for fans of the band and music lovers alike.

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