10 Must-Watch Biopic Films About Festivals

Description: This iconic documentary captures the spirit of the 1969 Woodstock Music & Art Fair, where over 400,000 people gathered for peace, love, and music. It's a must-watch for its historical significance and the raw, unfiltered portrayal of the event.

Fact: The film was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature and has since been preserved in the National Film Registry.

Description: Focused on the 1972 Wattstax music festival in Los Angeles, this film highlights the cultural and social significance of the event, featuring performances by Isaac Hayes, The Staple Singers, and more.

Fact: The festival was held on the anniversary of the Watts riots, making it a powerful statement of community and resilience.

Description: While not strictly about a festival, this film captures The Band's farewell concert, which was a festival-like event with numerous guest artists. It's a poignant look at the end of an era in rock music.

Fact: Martin Scorsese directed the film, which is often considered one of the best concert films ever made.

Description: A modern take on the original Woodstock documentary, this film uses restored footage and new interviews to explore the festival's impact on culture and society.

Fact: The film was released to coincide with the 50th anniversary of the Woodstock festival.

Description: Although not a festival in the traditional sense, this concert film features performances from the Teenage Awards Music International, showcasing the likes of The Rolling Stones and James Brown.

Fact: The film was shot in Santa Monica, California, and includes one of the earliest filmed performances of The Rolling Stones.

Description: This documentary showcases the 1967 Monterey International Pop Festival, which introduced many artists to a broader audience, including Jimi Hendrix and The Who.

Fact: D.A. Pennebaker, who also directed "Don't Look Back" about Bob Dylan, captured this historic event.

Description: This documentary captures the Altamont Free Concert, often considered the antithesis to Woodstock, where the Rolling Stones performed amidst chaos and tragedy.

Fact: The film includes the infamous moment when a fan was stabbed to death by a member of the Hells Angels, who were hired as security.

Description: This film documents a unique train journey across Canada in 1970, where musicians like Janis Joplin and The Grateful Dead performed at various festivals. It's a fascinating look at the camaraderie and chaos of the era.

Fact: The train was dubbed the "Festival Express" and the footage was lost for decades before being rediscovered and restored.

Description: A documentary that delves into the history and ethos of the Glastonbury Festival, one of the world's most famous music festivals. It features interviews with key figures and performances from various years.

Fact: The film was directed by Julien Temple, who also made "The Filth and the Fury" about the Sex Pistols.

Description: While primarily a concert film of Led Zeppelin, it captures the spirit of their 1973 performances at Madison Square Garden, which had a festival-like atmosphere.

Fact: The film includes fantasy sequences and backstage footage, making it more than just a concert documentary.