30 Iconic Music Performances and Stories That Defined the 21st Century
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Nirvana: Live at the ParamountMovie · 2011 · 71m · Music*Live at the Paramount* documents a key moment in rock history: Nirvana's Halloween 1991 concert in Seattle. This concert film is unique because it's the only known recording of the band captured on 16mm film. The documentary footage takes viewers back to the height of grunge, with Nirvana at the forefront. Released to mark the 20th anniversary of their influential album, this film provides fans with an intimate look at the raw energy and power of Nirvana's live shows.Stream onIMDb 8.5TMDB 8.1
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ONEFOUR: Against All OddsMovie · 2023 · 83m · Documentary, MusicIn Sydney, a group of Pacific Islander teenagers form a drill rap group as an alternative to criminal activity. After two years of rapid success and sold-out shows across the country, a police task force intervenes, canceling their tour due to fears their music will encourage violence.Stream onIMDb 6.6TMDB 6.8
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Whitney Houston: The Concert for a New South Africa (Durban)Movie · 2024 · 117m · MusicIn 1994, Whitney Houston performed in Durban, South Africa, becoming the first major Western musician to visit the country after Nelson Mandela's election as president and the end of apartheid. The concert was a celebration of freedom, hope, and unity, bringing joy and inspiration to a newly liberated nation with Whitney's powerful voice and emotional performance. Thirty years later, the film captures this historic event for the first time, digitally remastered in 4K with enhanced audio, preserving every moment of music, cheers, and emotion – a night that became a symbol of change and celebration.Stream onIMDb 8.3TMDB 9.0
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MoonriseMovie · 2022 · 103m · Drama, Music, FamilyFollowing the death of his wife, country singer Will Brown's career stalls and he isolates himself from his daughter. However, a skilled and compassionate horse trainer helps him rediscover strength, learn forgiveness, and find a path to healing and a renewed life.Stream onIMDb 6.4TMDB 6.2
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Squaring the Circle (The Story of Hipgnosis)Movie · 2023 · 100m · Documentary, MusicIn 1968, art students Storm Thorgerson and Aubrey "Po" Powell created a psychedelic photo collage for their musician friends Syd Barrett, David Gilmour, and Roger Waters. The artwork for their album, *A Saucerful of Secrets*, proved pivotal, launching both Pink Floyd, who became a major band of the 1970s, and Hipgnosis, the design company that would go on to create numerous iconic album covers over the following 25 years.Stream onIMDb 7.7TMDB 7.4
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Road Diary: Bruce Springsteen and The E Street BandMovie · 2024 · 99m · Music, DocumentaryThis documentary offers fans an intimate look into Bruce Springsteen's creative process, featuring candid footage of band rehearsals and behind-the-scenes moments. It also includes insights directly from Springsteen himself.Stream onIMDb 7.7TMDB 7.7
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Oshi no Ko -The Final Act-Movie · 2024 · 129m · Drama, Music, FantasyGoro, a gynecologist and devoted idol fan, is stunned when his favorite idol, Ai, unexpectedly announces she's taking a break. He soon finds himself developing an unlikely connection with her. In the world of idols, deception is a powerful tool.Stream onIMDb 6.2TMDB 6.4
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The Colors WithinMovie · 2024 · 101m · Animation, Drama, MusicTotsuko, a high school student, can see people's emotions as colors. Kimi, a classmate, radiates the most beautiful color she's ever seen. Totsuko forms a band with Kimi and Rui, a quiet music lover they meet at a used bookstore. They practice in an old church on a remote island, and through music, they build friendships and feelings for each other.Stream onIMDb 7.0TMDB 6.9
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The Punk SyndromeMovie · 2012 · 85m · Documentary, Music"The Punk Syndrome" tells the story of Pertti Kurikan Nimipäivät, Finland's most remarkable punk rock band. Composed of Pertti, Kari, Toni, and Sami, all of whom have intellectual disabilities, the band plays with fierce energy and unwavering self-respect. The film follows these dedicated musicians as they rise from being unknown to achieving popularity. It captures their struggles, romances, and intense emotional experiences, documenting long hours in the studio and on tour. We see them sharing laughter, tears, and disagreements – even over the best seat on the tour bus – before always finding a way to reconcile and connect with their fans, passionately proclaiming the greatness of their music.Stream onIMDb 7.8TMDB 7.1
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Sissy-Boy Slap-PartyMovie · 2004 · 6m · ComedySailors relaxing on a beautiful island find their peace shattered when a friendly gesture is mistaken for a deliberate attack. This misunderstanding quickly escalates into a series of increasingly intense and relentless face-slapping.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.2 - 11
Miley Cyrus - Endless Summer Vacation (Backyard Sessions)Movie · 2023 · 42m · Music, DocumentaryMiley Cyrus stars in this highly anticipated Disney+ music event, showcasing debut performances of her eighth studio album, "Endless Summer Vacation." The global superstar's unique, cinematic performances are interwoven with exclusive interviews where she discusses her new album and her current life.IMDb 7.4TMDB 8.3 - 12
Milli VanilliMovie · 2023 · 106m · Music, DocumentaryRobert Pilatus and Fabrice Morvan forged a strong friendship during their childhood in Germany. Both had difficult homes and shared a dream of achieving fame. Within a few years, they became Milli Vanilli, a globally popular pop duo who won a GRAMMY for Best New Artist in 1990. However, their rapid rise to stardom was followed by a downfall that brought their careers to an end.Stream onIMDb 7.5TMDB 7.2
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On-Gaku: Our SoundMovie · 2020 · 71m · Animation, Comedy, MusicThree aimless high school students form a rock band. Lacking talent, funds, and even basic equipment like a complete drum kit, they're driven by a desire to play music and win over their closest friend.Stream onIMDb 7.3TMDB 7.3
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Ryuichi Sakamoto: CodaMovie · 2017 · 100m · Documentary, MusicOscar-winning composer Ryuichi Sakamoto blends electronic and acoustic sounds in his music. Following the 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster, he became a vocal anti-nuclear activist. His career was interrupted only by a 2014 cancer diagnosis.Stream onIMDb 7.6TMDB 7.3
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Pussy Riot: A Punk PrayerMovie · 2013 · 90m · Music, DocumentaryFollowing a disputed election in the winter of 2011, Vladimir Putin returned to the presidency of Russia. This sparked widespread protests across the country, with hundreds of thousands challenging his authority. A group of young, radical-feminist punk rockers, known as Pussy Riot, participated in these protests. Dressed in distinctive attire, they performed a song critical of Putin inside Moscow's main cathedral. As a result, they are now facing a highly publicized trial.Stream onIMDb 7.0TMDB 6.7
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Step Up 2: The StreetsMovie · 2008 · 98m · Music, Drama, RomanceAndie West, a rebellious street dancer, transfers to the prestigious Maryland School of the Arts. There, she struggles to find her place while trying to stay connected to her past. She teams up with Chase Collins, the school's top dancer, to create a group of fellow misfits and compete in Baltimore's underground dance battle, The Streets.Stream onIMDb 6.2TMDB 6.7
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The Boys: The Sherman Brothers' StoryMovie · 2009 · 101m · Documentary, MusicThis film explores the complex relationship between songwriting brothers Robert B. Sherman and Richard M. Sherman, collectively known as the Sherman Brothers. They achieved widespread fame and critical acclaim, winning Oscars and Grammys for their memorable songs in classic Disney films.Stream onIMDb 7.7TMDB 7.3
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Sweeney ToddMovie · 2006 · 90m · Drama, Horror, ThrillerThis BBC adaptation tells the story of Sweeney Todd, a 19th-century barber in London known as the "demon barber" of Fleet Street. He secretly murders his customers in his shop.Stream onIMDb 6.8TMDB 6.3
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Shrek in the Swamp Karaoke Dance PartyMovie · 2001 · 3m · Animation, Comedy, MusicShrek and his friends have a good time singing karaoke.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.3 - 20
JununMovie · 2015 · 54m · Music, DocumentaryThis documentary chronicles the making of the album *Junun*, recorded within the historic Mehrangarh Fort in Rajasthan. Director Paul Thomas Anderson observes Jonny Greenwood, Shye Ben Tzur, Nigel Godrich, and the Rajasthan Express as they collaborate to create a musical blend of Indian, Israeli, and Western styles.Stream onIMDb 7.2TMDB 7.2
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Maluma: What I Was, What I Am, What I Will BeMovie · 2019 · 84m · Documentary, MusicThis film features intimate interviews, footage from his sold-out concerts, and archival material charting the journey to success of Colombian singer and songwriter Maluma.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.8 - 22
MargueriteMovie · 2015 · 127m · Comedy, Drama, MusicParis, 1920s. Marguerite Dumont, a wealthy woman with a love for music and opera, has long entertained a small group of guests with her singing. Unbeknownst to her, she sings terribly, and no one has ever corrected her. Her husband and friends have always indulged her fantasies. Her life changes when she decides to perform before a real audience at the Opera, leading to unforeseen complications.Stream onIMDb 6.9TMDB 6.4
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The (Almost) LegendsMovie · 2023 · 97m · Comedy, MusicIn a vibrant Mexican town, Romeo and Preciado, who are half-brothers, reunite to commemorate their father. Their remembrance takes place during an exhilarating car rally filled with lively banda music.Stream onIMDb 6.4TMDB 7.9
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BTS World Tour: Love Yourself in SeoulMovie · 2019 · 113m · Music, DocumentaryFilmed at Seoul's Olympic Stadium during the BTS 'Love Yourself' World Tour, this captures the energy of the global boyband and their remarkable worldwide success.IMDb 8.8TMDB 8.2 - 25
Whitney: Can I Be MeMovie · 2017 · 105m · Music, DocumentaryA look at the life and tragic death of Whitney Houston.Stream onIMDb 6.8TMDB 6.5
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20 Feet from StardomMovie · 2013 · 89m · Documentary, MusicThe backup singers of the music industry exist in the shadows of fame. They provide the harmonies for the biggest names in pop, but their lives have remained hidden. This film reveals the untold stories of these singers and the world they inhabit.Stream onIMDb 7.4TMDB 7.2
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Metallica: Some Kind of MonsterMovie · 2004 · 141m · Documentary, MusicFollowing bassist Jason Newsted's departure in 2001, heavy metal icons Metallica decide on an intervention. This documentary captures the band's journey as they work with a therapist to address two decades of bottled-up anger and aggression. While searching for a new bassist, recording a new album, and facing their individual struggles, the members of Metallica begin to communicate more openly than ever before.Stream onIMDb 7.5TMDB 7.1
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The RockerMovie · 2008 · 102m · Comedy, MusicDuring the 1980s, a drummer is left behind when his band achieves rock fame. Two decades later, he gets a new opportunity when he's invited to play with his teenage nephew's high school rock band.Stream onIMDb 6.2TMDB 6.0
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Music and LyricsMovie · 2007 · 104m · Comedy, Music, RomanceA former pop star from the 1980s gets a surprising opportunity when Cora Corman, the current pop superstar, asks him to co-write a duet with her. The catch? Alex hasn't written music in years and has never even written lyrics before, leaving him with just a few days to create a chart-topping hit.Stream onIMDb 6.5TMDB 6.4
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Wild RoseMovie · 2019 · 101m · Music, Comedy, DramaRose-Lynn Harlan, a young singer from Scotland, is released from prison with a goal: to become a country music star in Nashville.Stream onIMDb 7.1TMDB 6.8