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A stunning delve into George Michael's 1988 Faith Tour, as shot live at the famous Palais Omnisports de Paris-Bercy. This exclusive footage, assembled from a 14-camera shoot captured on 35mm over two nights, features the 24-year-old pop star at the height of his powers.
Freedom Uncut chronicles the tumultuous — yet creatively fruitful — period of George Michael’s life and career following the release of his 1987 solo debut, Faith, then through the creation and release of his 1990 follow-up Listen Without Prejudice, Vol. 1. Along with documenting his creative efforts during this period, the doc will also explore his relationship with Anselmo Feleppa — who died from AIDS-related complications — as well as the death of Michael’s mother.
This documentary covers the span of George Michael's entire career, concentrating on the formative period in the late Grammy® Award winner’s life and career, leading up to and following the making of his acclaimed, best-selling album “Listen Without Prejudice Vol. 1” and his subsequent, infamous High Court battle with his record label that followed, while also becoming poignantly personal about the death of his late partner and first love, Anselmo Feleppa.
The story of how George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley's Wham! turned one song into a cultural phenomenon. As well as new interviews with Wham! fans and friends, figures such as Mary J Blige, Sir Bob Geldof, Neil Tennant and Sam Smith give their views on the song's themes of unrequited love and loss.
Highlighting exceptionally rare moments including footage of George and legendary producer, Phil Ramone working alongside each other on Symphonica and capturing George’s breathtaking Palais Garnier performance.
Tracklist: 01. Through 02. My Baby Just Cares For Me 03. A Different Corner 04. Praying For Time 05. Let Her Down Easy 06. The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face 07. Feeling Good 08. John And Elvis Are Dead 09. Roxanne 10. One More Try 11. Going To A Town 12. Cowboys And Angels 13. Idol 14. Brother Can You Spare A Dime 15. You Have Benn Loved 16. Wild Is The Wind 17. You’ve Changed
A candid fly-on-the wall documentary that was filmed by David Austin during George Michael's triumphant 25 Live Tour which saw George perform in front of over 2 million people worldwide with a 49 date 25 Live Arena Tour and a 30 date 25 Live Stadium Tour.
