The Doors Are Open

The Doors Are Open

1968 · 56 min · ★ 7.2 · Music, Documentary

Sex, death, reptiles, charisma and a unique variant of the electric blues gave the Doors an aura of profundity that has survived the band's demise. In September, 1968, The Doors gave a history making performance at The Roundhouse in London's Chalk Farm. They gave powerful renditions of their best songs. Part of the Pioneer Artist Concert Film Series.

Directed by John Sheppard

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