U2: From the Sky Down(2011)
The story of the making of U2's Achtung Baby
U2: From the Sky Down 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.
U2: From the Sky Down (2011) is a documentary and music film directed by Davis Guggenheim, released on October 29, 2011 with a runtime of 1h 26m. It stars The Edge, Adam Clayton, Larry Mullen Jr. and Bono. Viewers rate it 7.5 out of 10 across 22 ratings.
- Director:
- Davis Guggenheim
- Producers:
- Belisa Balaban, Brian Celler, Davis Guggenheim
- Status:
- Released
U2: From the Sky Down (2011) Trailer
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U2: From the Sky Down Cast & Crew
Main cast
The Edge
as Self
Adam Clayton
as Self
Larry Mullen Jr.
as Self
Bono
as Self
Brian Eno
as Self
Daniel Lanois
as Self
Key crew
Directed by Davis Guggenheim, produced by Belisa Balaban, Brian Celler and Davis Guggenheim.
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U2: From the Sky Down Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.5/10 from 22 ratings.
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U2: From the Sky Down – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch U2: From the Sky Down online?
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U2: From the Sky Down (2011) is currently available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in U2: From the Sky Down?
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The main cast of U2: From the Sky Down (2011) includes The Edge, Adam Clayton, Larry Mullen Jr., Bono and Brian Eno. The film was directed by Davis Guggenheim. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was U2: From the Sky Down released?
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U2: From the Sky Down was released on October 29, 2011 and runs for 1h 26m.
Is U2: From the Sky Down worth watching?
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U2: From the Sky Down (2011) holds an average rating of 7.5 out of 10 from 22 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary and music films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
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