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Documentary produced by The Doors and directed by Tom DiCillo. Orignally scheduled for release in 2007, the film made its debut at the Sundance Film Festival in early 2009. Following its premiere, actor Johnny Depp takes a part in the film as narrator. Click HERE to view the film's promotional poster, and click HERE to view screenshots from the official trailer.

Synopsis:
"Award-winning writer-director Tom DiCillo's riveting film uncovers historic, previously unseen footage from the illustrious rock quartet and provides new insight into the revolutionary impact of their music and legacy.

The creative chemistry of four brilliant artists - drummer John Densmore, guitarist Robby Kreiger, keyboardist Ray Manzarek, and singer Jim Morrison - made The Doors one of America's most iconic and influential rock bands. When You're Strange is the first feature documentary to tell their story. Using footage shot between their formation in 1965 and Morrison's death in 1971, it follows the band from the corridors of UCLA's film school, where Manzarek and Morrison met, to the stages of sold-out arenas.

Taking its title from the cabaret-tinged Doors hit "People Are Strange," the film chronicles the creation of The Doors' six landmark studio albums in just five years, as well as their electrifying live performances. Rare footage offers an intimate glimpse into their musical collaboration - and their offstage lives."

Click HERE to view the film's promotional website.

Credits:
Dick Wolf & The Doors - Producer
Tom DiCillo - Writer/Director
Johnny Depp - Narrator

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Full-length feature film completed by Director Oliver Stone. Production of the film is top quality, however much of the storyline has been exagerated. The surviving members of The Doors appear throughout the film, as well as Vince Treanor and other names associated with The Doors. The special edition DVD release features deleted scenes, and commentary from those who worked on the film. Click HERE to view the film's promotional poster.

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"Jim Morrison (Val Kilmer), one of the most sensual and exciting figures in the history of rock n' roll, explodes on the screen in "THE DOORS," the electrifying movie about a time called the sixties, and a legendary outlaw who rocked America's consciousness - forever."

Cast:
Val Kilmer - Jim Morrison
Meg Ryan - Pamela Courson
Kathleen Quinlan - Patricia Kennealy
Kyle Maclachlan - Ray Manzarek
Frank Whaley - Robby Krieger
Kevin Dillon - John Densmore
Michael Madsen - Tom Baker
Michael Wincott - Paul Rothchild
Josh Evans - Bill Siddons
Billy Idol - Cat

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A film documenting and uncovering the real incidents behind the famous "Dawn's Highway" story as told by Jim. Originally scheduled for release in 2007, the film is still a work in progress. Frank Lisciandro has taken over editing and has also developed a storyline. Click HERE to visit the film's official site.

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"It was the most important accident in rock and roll history. It didn't kill a rockstar. It created one. "

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Originally shot in June 1970, this documentary features color footage of Jim Morrison and Alain Ronay on the set of 'Peau D'ane'. Starring Catherine Deneuve, Jim Morrison does not actually appear in this film, but can be seen signing an autograph for Delphine Seyrig's son. This is the only known footage of Jim in Paris although he was not living there when the film was shot. Broadcast date for this documentary is unknown. Click HERE to see a photo featuring Jim Morrison on the set of Peau D'ane.

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This documentary features Pamela Courson in what is said to have been footage shot on July 14th, 1972. Filmed in color, details of the documentary are relatively unknown. Features French narration.

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Produced and directed by Murray Lerner, this film documents the chaos of the 1970 Isle of Wight festival. Includes performance footage of 'The End' and 'When The Music's Over'. Due to financial problems, this documentary was not released until 1997. Soundtracks are also available on vinyl and cd however they do no feature any material from The Doors.

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Black and white, this multi-angle footage comes from a German documentary that appears to be titled 'Surfin' California'. The program was originally broadcast on WDR television in 1999. The production features portions of black and white footage of The Doors at Tamalpais Mountain Theater in 1967. Details of the documentary are relatively unknown, however it features a German narration. The amount of footage shot at this festival is unknown.

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This black and white footage of The Doors performing live at the Fillmore was most likely shot on June 10th by the same film crew who is also responsible for the Tamalpais Mountain Theater footage shot on the same day. This documentary clip features German narration and was likely used in the 'Surfin' California' project broadcast in 1999 (See Above Listing).