The 1994 independent musical drama film Backbeat will be released by Fabulous Films this May. It will be issued on both Blu-Ray and DVD.
Directed by Iain Softley, Backbeat is an energetic, musical drama chronicling the pre-fame Beatles as they head to Hamburg in search of success. As they gain popularity, the “fifth Beatle” bass guitarist Stuart Sutcliffe (Stephen Dorff), falls in love and ultimately must chose between his best friend John Lennon, and his new love (Sheryl Lee) and the greatest rock and roll band in the world. Full of vitality and heart, with a soundtrack that includes rock and roll classics, including music from Dave Grohl ( Nirvana, Foo Fighters), David Pirner (Soul Asylum), and Mike Mills (R.E.M).
Synopsis by Fabulous Films
Extras
The extra features on this release include:
- Audio Commentary with Iain Softley, Ian Hart and Stephen Dorff
- A Conversation with photographer and artist Astrid Kirchherr
- Deleted Scenes
- Interviews with director Iain Softley and actor Ian Hart
- An Interview with Iain Softley from the Sundance Channel
- Featurette on the film made for TV
- Casting Sessions
