Mini-Media Kit Assignment
With the hypnotic voice of lead singer and lyricist, Jim Morrison and the mesmerizing music of guitarist Robby Krieger, keyboardist Ray Manzarek, and drummer John Densmore, The Doors’ controversial music style transformed music and pop culture, making the band a rock icon. Award-winning writer-director Tom DiCillo’s intimate portrayal of the band in “When You’re Strange: A Film About The Doors,” chronicles the rise and fall of the band through rarely seen footage of the band from its formation in 1965 to the untimely death of lead singer Jim Morrison in 1971.
Narrated by award-winning actor Johnny Depp, the film follows the band on its journey to success from their UCLA days to their unpredictable stage performances, making pit stops on controversial episodes like Morrison’s conflict with the law in the Miami lewd conduct incident. The film also provides insights into Morrison’s alcoholism and addiction and gives a behind-the-scenes look at the making of each of the six albums, showcasing the musical chemistry of the four members. “When You’re Strange” shifts through the facts and myths to paint a real and personal portrait of The Doors, their relationships and their passion for music.
