Monterey Pop
"Do you know where your kids are hanging out tonight?"
Originally released in 1968. Monterey Pop is a music/documentary film. directed by D. A. Pennebaker. At just 80 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Scott McKenzie, Denny Doherty, and Cass Elliot
Synopsis
Featuring performances by popular artists of the 1960s, this concert film highlights the music of the 1967 California festival. Although not all musicians who performed at the Monterey Pop Festival are on film, some of the notable acts include the Mamas and the Papas, Simon & Garfunkel, Jefferson Airplane, the Who, Otis Redding, and the Jimi Hendrix Experience. Hendrix's post-performance antics -- lighting a guitar on fire, breaking it and tossing a part into the audience -- are captured.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 26, 1968
57 years ago
Runtime
1h 20m
80 minutes total
User Rating
7.3/10
Great (93 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Scott McKenzie
as Self
Denny Doherty
as Self - Mamas and the Papas
Cass Elliot
as Self - Mamas and the Papas
John Phillips
as Self - Mamas and the Papas
Michelle Phillips
as Self - Mamas and the Papas
Frank Cook
as Self - Canned Heat
Bob Hite
as Self - Canned Heat
Larry Taylor
as Self - Canned Heat
Henry Vestine
as Self - Canned Heat
Paul Simon
as Self - Simon and Garfunkel
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- John Phillips-Lou Adler
- Leacock-Pennebaker
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monterey Pop about?
Featuring performances by popular artists of the 1960s, this concert film highlights the music of the 1967 California festival. Although not all musicians who performed at the Monterey Pop Festival...
Who directed Monterey Pop?
Monterey Pop was directed by D. A. Pennebaker.
How long is Monterey Pop?
Monterey Pop has a runtime of 1 hours and 20 minutes (80 minutes total).
When was Monterey Pop released?
Monterey Pop was released on December 26, 1968 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Monterey Pop?
The main cast of Monterey Pop includes Scott McKenzie, Denny Doherty, Cass Elliot, John Phillips, Michelle Phillips.