Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio (2008)
Classic Albums
This entry in the Classic Albums series examines RIO, the 1982 release that put Duran Duran on the road to stardom. Looking back at the creation and release of the hit singles "Hungry Like the Wolf," "Save a Prayer," and many others, the critical retrospective analyzes the album's overall effect on the musical landscape of the early 1980s. The optimistic and celebratory album generated a string of hit singles and groundbreaking videos, catapulting the band to global stardom. This DVD tells the story behind the writing, recording, and subsequent success of the album through newly filmed interviews, musical demonstrations, and both new and archival performances.
Director: George Scott
Genre: Music, Documentary
Runtime: 52 min
Release Date: November 4, 2008
Cast
- Simon Le Bon - Self
- John Taylor - Self
- Nick Rhodes - Self
- Roger Taylor - Self
- Russell Mulcahy - Self
- David Kershenbaum - Self
- Colin Thurston - Self (archive footage)
Production: Eagle Vision, Isis Productions
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
new wave, pop rock, 'rio', duran duran
More Films by Director: George Scott
More Films in Genre: Music, Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio about?
- This entry in the Classic Albums series examines RIO, the 1982 release that put Duran Duran on the road to stardom. Looking back at the creation and release of the hit singles "Hungry Like the Wolf," "Save a Prayer," and many others, the critical retrospective analyzes the album's overall effect on the musical landscape of the early 1980s. The optimistic and celebratory album generated a string of hit singles and groundbreaking videos, catapulting the band to global stardom. This DVD tells the story behind the writing, recording, and subsequent success of the album through newly filmed interviews, musical demonstrations, and both new and archival performances.
- Who directed Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio?
- Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio was directed by George Scott.
- Who stars in Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio?
- Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio stars Simon Le Bon, John Taylor, Nick Rhodes, Roger Taylor, Russell Mulcahy, David Kershenbaum.
- How long is Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio?
- Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio has a runtime of 52m (52 minutes).
- What genre is Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio?
- Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio is a Music, Documentary film.