grantss One of the greatest concert films - a mesmerizing performance.A truly brilliant concert, expertly captured on film. The Doors' performances were notorious for Jim Morrison being drunk and/or stoned, and behaving in erratic, even provocative, fashion. Here he absolutely captivates the audience with a blend of theatrics, lyrics and cool calm menace. He is in control of everything and everyone throughout.Backing the incredible stage presence of Morrison is some musicianship of the highest order. The camera and microphones capture well the sheer brilliance of Robby Krieger, Ray Manzarek and John Densmore. While Morrison supplies the darkness and thought, the other three provide the light, craft and rock.There's a sense of something big, magnificent and important in progress all the way through. This is as much a visual experience as an audio one - you can't look away.

Sandcooler A concert can't get a lot more epic than this one, plus it's accompanied by a pretty interesting registration. They could have gone for the classic, no nonsense, nearly East-German approach, but I think there's a fair amount of style in it. I especially like the slow-motion which gives it that temporary feel, it captures the idea that the band in this line-up isn't around anymore. The music is great, obviously. From the first note to well, the credits, this is brilliant material. Best version of "Alabama Song" I've ever heard. Best version of "Light My Fire" I've ever heard. Best version of "Five To One" I've ever heard. I might as well go with the entire setlist. That rendition of "The End" is really something special, a rock meets poetry affair I was quite into. Amazing performance.

ccthemovieman-1 You would think that a guy has famous as Jim Morrison was in the history of the rock 'n roll would be a little more dynamic.When I saw this on VHS way back when I was expecting something exciting. I grew up with all these bands (and a lot earlier rock in the '50s). I knew the songs and I had heard about Morrison making obscene gestures, etc., in concerts. I didn't expect, or want, that but I wanted SOME visuals worth watching, otherwise why not just stick with the CDs? Morrison might have well have been in a coma for all the animation he exhibited. What you get on this tape (or DVD) is seeing a singer grabbing on the to microphone with two hands and singing into it - nothing else. I saw more life in zombie movies.Hey, I usually liked music of The Doors. Their songs and lyrics were dramatic and bold and exciting....everything this concert is not.

Jerry Ables The Doors' concert at the Hollywood Bowl was very easily one of their finest moments. This performance was once thought to have been lost but I for one am very grateful that it was discovered and released on video for all their fans to see because it's an awesome showcase of the Doors captivating their audience as only they knew how. Most definitely a must have for any fan.