Give My Regards to Broad Street (DVD, 2004)

McCartney has made his movie back in 80's but it still impresses a lot! This edition presents two screen versions (full screen and wide one). Each one for the side of 2 sided DVD. The story is pretty poor but the McCartney's musical moments are wonderful, illustrous, touching, colourful, moving really. Ringo presents there too! The songs from Give My Regards... are the best ones of McCartney'1980s. Sound is good, no DTS or even 5.1
Well I hoped they would put some bonuses there like No More Lonely Nights video or McCartney and Ringo's interview... No Way.
All in all it's a great record and good movie to see and hear the living beatles now.
thank you!

An absurd mishap from its beginning sequence, this film proves just how misguided one's efforts can be when unprecedented fame clouds their better judgement.
McCartney (or Macca, as he's referred to in Broadstreet) seemed to possess such a bland concept of pacing and suspense when he wrote the script that the film's "race against time" motif is treated with either complete indifference or an intermittent nod during its 110 minutes. It's actually quite maddening how the plot is nothing more than a soggy backdrop for the numerous epic videos McCartney (admittedly) put a great deal of thought and time into.
The recycling of so many songs from past albums (Beatles and solo efforts) also gives one the eerie sensation that this is little more than pop propaganda disguised as a "Greatest Hits" compilation in an effort to win public favor. Paul, being such a talented, charismatic and gifted songwriter, never had to stoop to such tactics, and as a result this is very painful to watch.
That said, it's not ALL a 110 minute inside joke the participants appear to be unaware of. A few highlights that help one work through the burn are the presence of Ringo Starr (for the eight minutes he's onscreen)who proves a playful and relaxed delight.
A Victorian dream sequence in ACT 3, while making absolutely no sense, is nonetheless beautifully-shot, impeccibly-edited, and has some amazing cinematography and scenery. It's an approach that could've served as a far more interesting plot concept than the dated '80s farce it ended up trapped inside.
Another perk is Tracey Ullman. Her adorable charm manages to shine through a flatly-written character that's little more than a sulky, post-punk stereotype erected to adore the lead character.

Last but not least, there's a real treat toward the beginning of the film. Paul traipses into the studio, sits with his guitar, and performs a beautiful medley of Yesterday/Here, There and Everywhere/Wanderlust. It's a crowning moment as the ridiculous plotholes take a backseat to let the film breathe as a brief rockumentary, with horn section and the Great Sir George Martin in tow.
As for Paul's acting, he comes off forced and vapid through much of the proceedings, only gaining life and vitality through thirty seconds as a homeless daydream singing for spare change on the Broadstreet subway. Virtually none of his innate charm present in his music and the Beatles films is present here.
Overall, despite it's grueling length and idotic conclusion, time has healed some of these wounds by the time it's placed in your dvd player. Your left to shake your head, like parents sticking an ugly scribble prominently on the fridge because they trust and adore the hand it was drawn by. For those who love McCartney's work (and are exremely forgiving), this will be no excpetion. You'll just love it for all the wrong reasons.

Lets get the good stuff said first. The soundtrack is great. Paul re-records some his masterful Beatles material (Yesterday, Good Day Sunshine, etc.) along with some of his solo songs. Now for the downer; Paul spends his time looking for stolen master tapes in what can be sized up as nothing more than an amateurish film replete with bad acting and bad dialogue. Ringo pages in and out and appears as if he's going through the motions. If it weren't for the music, this film would easily earn a 1 star rating. Bottomline is; skip the DVD and buy the CD. ** BnB Beatles Depot **

I love this DVD, very nostalgic! I particularly love all the tunes sprinkled throughout. It's an excellent film. Although the film never got rave reviews, it is quite comical, not to mention Paul is very sexy. Can't help but adore him in that high hat and black tux! Very debonair! Not to mention I loved seeing Linda shine. She was so very pretty and harmonizes so well with her hubby. What a shame we all lost her far too soon. This film makes me miss her even more.

I highly recommend this DVD, it's great entertainment at an excellent price. A+++. "So Bad" and "Bad Boy" are some of my favorite performances by Macca, not to mention the upbeat "Silly Love Songs" is sensational- better than the original. It actually reminds me of an Eighties disco version of an old classic pop-standard. Well done!

Overall, I give this DVD a "Two-Thumbs Up Award" for creativity. It's great family fun. The only PG-Rated material within are several added bits where his buddies roll a few funky tobacco ciggies-- otherwise, total family-entertainment. Bid on this one and Win. This DVD is well worth the cost!

I bought the movie because I'd seen it when it was first released in the theatre,and always wanted a copy of it. (Plus the song "No More Lonely Nights" is a personal fav!) It has Paul McCartney in it (duh!!), a cool story line, McCartney music and includes lots of special guest appearances! If you like Paul, & his music, give this movie a go! Take a fantasy trip with him, his wife, Linda, friends Ringo Starr, Barbara Bach, Tracy Ullman & Bryan Brown, plus Classic Rockers from Pink Floyd to Led Zeppelin!!! I rate it a "Closet Classic" and I "Give My Regards to Broad Street"!!