Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio(2008)
Classic Albums
Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio Synopsis
This entry in the Classic Albums series examines RIO, the 1982 release that put Duran Duran on the road to stardom. Looking back at the creation and release of the hit singles "Hungry Like the Wolf," "Save a Prayer," and many others, the critical retrospective analyzes the album's overall effect on the musical landscape of the early 1980s. The optimistic and celebratory album generated a string of hit singles and groundbreaking videos, catapulting the band to global stardom. This DVD tells the story behind the writing, recording, and subsequent success of the album through newly filmed interviews, musical demonstrations, and both new and archival performances.
Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio (2008) is a music and documentary film directed by George Scott, released on November 4, 2008 with a runtime of 52m. It stars Simon Le Bon, John Taylor, Nick Rhodes and Roger Taylor. Viewers rate it 6.9 out of 10 across 8 ratings.
- Director:
- George Scott
- Producers:
- Nick De Grunwald, Martin R. Smith
- Production:
- Eagle Vision, Isis Productions
- Status:
- Released
Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio (2008) Trailer
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Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio Cast & Crew
Main cast
Simon Le Bon
as Self
John Taylor
as Self
Nick Rhodes
as Self
Roger Taylor
as Self
Russell Mulcahy
as Self
- David Kershenbaum
David Kershenbaum
as Self
- Colin Thurston
Colin Thurston
as Self (archive footage)
Key crew
Directed by George Scott, produced by Nick De Grunwald and Martin R. Smith.
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Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.9/10 from 8 ratings.
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Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio?
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The main cast of Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio (2008) includes Simon Le Bon, John Taylor, Nick Rhodes, Roger Taylor and Russell Mulcahy. The film was directed by George Scott. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio released?
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Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio was released on November 4, 2008 and runs for 52m.
Is Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio worth watching?
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Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio (2008) holds an average rating of 6.9 out of 10 from 8 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy music and documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
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