A thoroughly entertaining portrayal of 60's culture in America

Rating: 7/10 (18 June 2013)

Firstly, this film is NOT about The Beatles, so if that's what you're looking for look elsewhere. It is about the social/political events and structures in 1960's America regarding the Vietnam War and the Civil Rights Movement which are shown through The Beatles music. Overall I considered it thoroughly entertaining and informative. The music lifted what can be a 'heavy' subject as did the multiple romances within the film. It explored the Hippie Culture, political activists and most of the major issues of the 60's. Overall very well directed and usually straight to the point, never overly long winded. The acting was very natural, I can only think of one account that it could be described as 'wooden'. I have to give a 'shout out' to Jim Sturgess for the Character of Jude. He captured his romantic yet daring and deeply troubled personality astonishingly. Also Dana Fuchs singing gave a hole new edge to each song she took on, she was truly a pleasure to listen too.
If you have an appreciation for The Beatles, know abit about the Civil Right's movement and Vietnam and also have an appreciation for history I would strongly recommend this film to you.