Shine a Light
Shine a Light (2008)
“A master director shining his light on the best rock band on the planet.”
Synopsis & Story Arc
Official Logline
Martin Scorsese’s electrifying concert documentary captures The Rolling Stones live at New York’s Beacon Theatre during their A Bigger Bang tour. Filmed over two nights in 2006 with an all-star team of cinematographers, the film combines dynamic performances with archival footage and rare glimpses behind the scenes, offering a vibrant portrait of the band’s enduring energy and legacy.
Complete Cast & Crew Directory
Directing & Screenplay
Cast & Characters
Mick Jagger
Mick Jagger
as Self - The Rolling Stones Vocals, Guitar, Harmonica
Keith Richards
Keith Richards
as Self - The Rolling Stones Guitar, Vocals
Charlie Watts
Charlie Watts
as Self - The Rolling Stones Drums
Ronnie Wood
Ronnie Wood
as Self - The Rolling Stones Guitar
Tim Ries
Tim Ries
as Self - The Rolling Stones Saxophone, Keyboards
Blondie Chaplin
Blondie Chaplin
as Self - The Rolling Stones Vocals
Christina Aguilera
Christina Aguilera
as Self
Jack White
Jack White
as Self
Buddy Guy
Buddy Guy
as SelfMichael Davis
Michael Davis
as SelfKent S. Smith
Kent S. Smith
as Self
Hillary Clinton
Hillary Clinton
as Self (uncredited)Cinematography & Large-Format Specifications
Cinematographic negative, aspect ratios & laboratory mastering sheet
| Aspect Ratios | 2.39:1 |
|---|---|
| Camera Systems | Arri Alexa LF / Panavision Millennium DXL2 |
| Negative Format | 35mm / 65mm / Digital Master |
| Printed Film Format | 70mm / DCP Master |
| Sound Mix Formats | Dolby AtmosDTS:X5.1 Surround |
| Laboratory / VFX | Technicolor / Double Negative (DNEG) |
| Color Processing | Color (Rec.709 / DCI-P3 Mastering) |
| Official Runtime | 122 min |
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Community Reviews & Discussions (3)
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"Do not go gentle into that good night, Rage, rage against the dying of the light." Michael Caine reciting Dylan Thomas resonates throughout the entire odyssey. Pure cinematic grandeur.