Peter Jackson révèle les secrets du documentaire légendaire des Beatles “Let It Be”

Documentary ‘Let It Be’ by Michael Lindsay-Hogg to Re-Release on Disney+

Three years after The Beatles: Get Back series, director Peter Jackson unveils the re-release of Michael Lindsay-Hogg’s legendary 1970 documentary Let It Be on May 8.

The film is a documentary portraying the final days of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr, airing exclusively on Disney+ after more than 50 years.

Restoration and Context of ‘Let It Be’

Let It Be was initially set to release in 1969 but was delayed until April 1970. It served as the backdrop to The Beatles’ official breakup, leaving audiences with a sense of melancholy as they believed they would never see the band perform together again. However, the restoration of the film, alongside Jackson’s 2021 docuseries, sheds new light on the band’s camaraderie and the joy they experienced during their final performance.

The newly restored Let It Be includes unseen footage from Get Back, offering viewers a glimpse into the band’s creative process in the studio and their iconic rooftop performance in 1969.

Collaboration Between Jackson and Lindsay-Hogg

Jackson expressed his excitement over the restoration of Let It Be, emphasizing the documentary’s essential role in completing the Get Back story. The projects complement each other, with Let It Be serving as the culmination of Get Back while providing valuable context to the band’s journey.

Lindsay-Hogg’s invaluable contribution to Get Back and his graciousness during the restoration process underscore the significance of Let It Be in The Beatles’ legacy.

The Return of ‘Let It Be’

The announcement of the re-release of Let It Be on Disney+ was preceded by a cryptic teaser from The Beatles’ site, hinting at the documentary’s comeback after decades of absence. Despite premiering in theaters in 1970 and early home video releases, Let It Be has never been officially available on modern formats such as DVD, Blu-ray or streaming services.

Source : www.billboard.com