U2: From the Sky Down
"The story of the making of U2's Achtung Baby"
Originally released in 2011. U2: From the Sky Down is a documentary/music film. directed by Davis Guggenheim. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring The Edge, Adam Clayton, and Larry Mullen Jr.
Synopsis
This documentary film is about the making of U2's Achtung Baby. In 2011, U2 returned to Hansa Studios in Berlin to discuss the making of Achtung Baby. This film is directed by Davis Guggenheim. Screened in the UK as part of the BBC's Imagine series, this film was the first ever documentary to open the prestigious Toronto International Film Festival. Included is bonus footage of "So Cruel," "Love is Blindness," and "The Fly" shot in May 2010 during the band's visit to Hansa Studios to mark the 20th anniversary of Achtung Baby. Also included is a Q&A with Bono, The Edge, and Davis Guggenheim filmed at the Toronto International Film Festival in September 2011.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 29, 2011
14 years ago
Runtime
1h 26m
86 minutes total
User Rating
7.4/10
Great (21 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Germany
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is U2: From the Sky Down about?
This documentary film is about the making of U2's Achtung Baby. In 2011, U2 returned to Hansa Studios in Berlin to discuss the making of Achtung Baby. This film is directed by Davis Guggenheim. Scr...
Who directed U2: From the Sky Down?
U2: From the Sky Down was directed by Davis Guggenheim.
How long is U2: From the Sky Down?
U2: From the Sky Down has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).
When was U2: From the Sky Down released?
U2: From the Sky Down was released on October 29, 2011 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in U2: From the Sky Down?
The main cast of U2: From the Sky Down includes The Edge, Adam Clayton, Larry Mullen Jr., Bono, Brian Eno.