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Bring on the Night

Bring on the Night

1985Movie⏱️ 1h 37mPG-13
DocumentaryMusic
7.5
IMDB Rating
710 votes

Documents the preparation and rehearsals for Sting's first solo concert, as well as his supporting band's opinions on their leader and his controversial efforts.

Director
Michael Apted
Writers
N/A
Stars
Miles A. Copeland III, Gil Friesen, Vic Garbarini
Release Date
November 8, 1985
Language
English
Country
United States
🏆 1
Wins
💬 13
Reviews
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🎭 Top Cast

Miles A. Copeland III
Miles A. Copeland III
as Self
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Gil Friesen
as Self
👤
Vic Garbarini
as Self
👤
Omar Hakim
as Self
Darryl Jones
Darryl Jones
as Self
👤
Kenny Kirkland
as Self
Branford Marsalis
Branford Marsalis
as Self
👤
Dolette McDonald
as Self
Janice Pendarvis
Janice Pendarvis
as Self
👤
Lou Salvatore
as Self

💰 Box Office

$1,890,571
Worldwide Gross
$1,890,571
Domestic Gross
$1,132,112
Opening Weekend

🎬 Technical Specs

Aspect Ratio
1.85 : 1
Sound
70 mm 6-Track
Color
Color
Filming Location
Paris, France
Production
A&M Films

🏷️ Keywords

backstage dramarock musicconcert filmfranceinterview

🎯 Categories

DocumentaryMusic

⭐ Featured Review

Outstanding music and insight
by mikeecottle2011-08-06

"This is a terrific documentary about the organization and workings of a band being formed from very talented players. And yes Miles Copeland might seem arrogant but in reality he's just being real. The other members of the band wouldn't get paid as much or draw the same audience without Sting headlining. That's one of the primary points of the film. But despite that, you appreciate that the amazing performances are solely due to the COMBINED talent of the players - not just Sting. I just wish I could find a place to buy a copy. The ending is also very touching. This is a great..."

💡 Did You Know?

The film won the Grammy Award for "Best Music Video, Long Form" at the Grammy Awards in 1987 for video director Michael Apted and artist & video producer Sting.

📖 Synopsis

Documents the preparation and rehearsals for Sting's first solo concert, as well as his supporting band's opinions on their leader and his controversial efforts.