When you are strange, US 2009 colour 90 min.
dir: Tom DiCillo
pro: John Beug, Jeff Jampol, Peter Jankowski, Dick Wolf
sc: Tom DiCillo
ph: “Paul Ferrara “
mus: The Doors
ed: Micky Blythe, Kevin Krasny
cast: Jim Morrison, Ray Manzarek, Robby Krieger, John Densmore, Johnny Depp
dis: Best Film

“When You’re Strange” uncovers historic and previously unseen footage of the illustrious rock quartet and provides new insight into the revolutionary impact of its music and legacy.  Directed by award-winning writer/director Tom DiCillo and narrated by Johnny Depp, the film is a riveting account of the band’s history. The film reveals an intimate perspective on the creative chemistry between drummer John Densmore, guitarist Robby Krieger, keyboardist Ray Manzarek and singer Jim Morrison — four brilliant artists who made The Doors one of America’s most iconic and influential rock bands. Using footage shot between the band’s 1965 formation and Morrison’s 1971 death, “When You’re Strange” follows the band from the corridors of UCLA’s film school, where Manzarek and Morrison met, to the stages of sold-out arenas.

South by Southwest Music and Film Festival  - Audience Award