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Dio: Dreamers Never Die

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Dio: Dreamers Never Die

Released Sep 28, 2022

1h 53m

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Biography

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The definitive documentary on legendary metal icon Ronnie James Dio comes to movie theatres around the world for a two-day-only film event. Ronnie James Dio's story transcends the standard rock documentary. Beautifully highlighting both his powerful voice and his gentle heart, "DIO: Dreamers Never Die" delves deep into the singer's incredible rise from '50s doo-wop crooner to his early rock days in Elf and Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow, to replacing Ozzy Osbourne in Black Sabbath, and finally cementing his rockstar status with his own band, DIO. The first documentary to be authorized by the artist's estate, the film incorporates never-before-seen footage and personal photos from Dio's archives as well as offering intimate scenes with his closest peers, family, and friends, among them Wendy Dio, Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, Glenn Hughes, Vinny Appice, Lita Ford, Rob Halford, Sebastian Bach, Eddie Trunk and Jack Black, as they bring viewers inside the life of one of the most beloved figures in rock.

Noel Murray

Los Angeles Times

An honest, evocative and at times viscerally exciting look back at one of heavy metal’s headiest and most creative eras.

Dec 2, 2022

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Chris Willman

Variety

Dio had just enough curious career turns to justify the length of the movie that’s been made about him.

Mar 24, 2022

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Robert Penson

Austin Chronicle

While up close and personal, the story of the Man on the Silver Mountain is as epic as his music.

Mar 20, 2022

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John Serba

Decider

The gem moments here are worth the price of admission. But beyond that, Dreamers Never Die is a warm, glossy endeavor that ultimately feels like a bunch of metalheads... cracking a few beers as they gush about their all-time favorite singer.

Dec 6, 2022

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Stephen Silver

Living Life Fearless

A watchable exploration of the prolific frontman's life and career.

Rated: 4/5

Apr 1, 2022

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Lorry Kikta

Film Threat

The documentary is made for big Dio fans and burgeoning metalheads. They’ll love it and maybe you will too.

Rated: 7/10

Mar 28, 2022

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Suzanne

Excellent documentary.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/12/22

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IRIS M

Loved all of it. It was very well done!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/05/22

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Mark from Ransum

Very good biopic about one of the greatest voices in heavy metal.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/05/22

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Bobbie B

Loved to learn more about this amazing STAR!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/03/22

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Tammy

Loved seeing his beginnings and listening to everyone who was close to him. Such a great entertainer and human being. Was a big loss when he passed away. RIP RJD

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/03/22

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david kaye

it was long but went very fast wish there was more .

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/03/22

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Synopsis

The definitive documentary on legendary metal icon Ronnie James Dio comes to movie theatres around the world for a two-day-only film event. Ronnie James Dio's story transcends the standard rock documentary. Beautifully highlighting both his powerful voice and his gentle heart, "DIO: Dreamers Never Die" delves deep into the singer's incredible rise from '50s doo-wop crooner to his early rock days in Elf and Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow, to replacing Ozzy Osbourne in Black Sabbath, and finally cementing his rockstar status with his own band, DIO. The first documentary to be authorized by the artist's estate, the film incorporates never-before-seen footage and personal photos from Dio's archives as well as offering intimate scenes with his closest peers, family, and friends, among them Wendy Dio, Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, Glenn Hughes, Vinny Appice, Lita Ford, Rob Halford, Sebastian Bach, Eddie Trunk and Jack Black, as they bring viewers inside the life of one of the most beloved figures in rock.

Director: Don Argott, Demian Fenton
Producer: Don Argott, Sheena M. Joyce
Distributor: Trafalgar Releasing
Production Co: BMG
Genre: Documentary, Music, Biography
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Sep 28, 2022, Limited
Runtime: 1h 53m

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