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Neil Young: Harvest Time

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Created between January and September 1971, this docu-film takes us on an intimate journey to Young’s farm in Northern California for the 'Harvest Barn' sessions, to London for an iconic performance with the London Symphony Orchestra and to Nashville where the then 20 something Neil Young worked on various tracks of this signature album. The feature is a fan piece that has never been seen before. Performance and rehearsal content is intertwined into creative storytelling and includes most of the tracks from album Harvest (released in 1972) including "Heart of Gold", "A Man Needs A Maid", "Alabama" and "Old Man".

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Nicholas Sokic Exclaim! What is on full display is the easygoing, intimate atmosphere among Young and his collaborators that led to an album that, as proven by this film's existence, has stood the test of time. Rated: 7/10 Dec 14, 2022 Full Review Paddy Mulholland Spectrum Culture Though some distance from the seminal status of the album whose recording it chronicles, this is a sweet, gentle, highly enjoyable documentary. One for more than just the uber-fans. Dec 2, 2022 Full Review Tim Appelo AARP Movies for Grownups Seeing his creative process in a movie that takes you back to a groovier time is wonderful. Dec 2, 2022 Full Review Damien Love Uncut Magazine [UK] Steering clear of voiceover narration, the film is an immersive, fly-on-the wall experience -- particularly in the barn session sequences. Dec 2, 2022 Full Review Barney Harsent The Arts Desk A captivating document of a young man with wealth beyond his imagination whose life has been a whirlwind, giving himself the time and the space to figure out who he is and what he wants to do. Rated: 4/5 Nov 30, 2022 Full Review Jim Slotek Original Cin This isn't Let It Be, in that there is no drama or breakup. Harvest Time meanders. But the film’s sense of being in no hurry seems of a piece with its star and creator - who, nonetheless, accomplished everything he set out to do. Rated: B Nov 29, 2022 Full Review Read all reviews

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MovieSeat Awesome film. Sounded amazing. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/18/22 Full Review David I thought it was great to see the creative process in action and I'm so glad I saw this on big screen, as it really added to it. Harvest isn't even my favorite Neil Young album but this was a blast. There's no plot and it jumps around a little but if you're an NY fan, you should already expect a bit of stream of consciousness. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/07/22 Full Review Carol If you are a Neil Young fan, you will not want to miss seeing behind the scenes of the making of Harvest. So great to see Neil as he waswhen I 1st started loving his music. He's 9 yrs older than me.. love him....and his simple beliefs in saving our planet. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/05/22 Full Review Julianne I am a big Neil Young fan so it was fun to see these old films. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 12/05/22 Full Review heather d Always been a fan of Neil Young, his music and his apparent integrity. This film is a delightful snapshot of a an edgy time and a very young man already super famous and somehow unspoiled by success. He is just happy and respectful of everyone he encounters, and of course the music is beautiful. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/05/22 Full Review Pamela I recommend Neil Young fans of all ages to see! Was great seeing how the album Harvest was recorded. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/05/22 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Created between January and September 1971, this docu-film takes us on an intimate journey to Young’s farm in Northern California for the 'Harvest Barn' sessions, to London for an iconic performance with the London Symphony Orchestra and to Nashville where the then 20 something Neil Young worked on various tracks of this signature album. The feature is a fan piece that has never been seen before. Performance and rehearsal content is intertwined into creative storytelling and includes most of the tracks from album Harvest (released in 1972) including "Heart of Gold", "A Man Needs A Maid", "Alabama" and "Old Man".
Director
Neil Young
Producer
Gary Ward
Distributor
Trafalgar Releasing
Genre
Documentary, Music
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Dec 1, 2022, Limited
Runtime
2h 5m