Such a frustrating disappointment

Stylish but barely mediocre overall

Excellent, Without a doubt!!

One of the most extraordinary films you will see this year. Take that as you want.

Tipped off by Uncut magazine this was well worth the wait and, although mixed with the joy that is the music of Gene Clark and the sadness that he flew from us too early, or perhaps too high like Icarus, I approached this DVD with some trepidation in fear of tainting my misty memories. No cause for concern though as, albeit with limited footage available, the producers have gathered together a fitting tribute encompassing the insight of fellow Byrds, wife and family, friends and fellow journeymen troubadours. Thank you! After watching the film and delving through the extras, most of which warrant inclusion, it only led me to dig out all the old vinyl and indulge and immerse once more. Pride of place went to listening to and pouring over my signed copies of White Light, but especially my Dutch pressing of Roadmaster which back in 1976 I think it was at the Leeds Uni McGuinn Clark Hillman gig, provoked the response from the great man of "Did I make this?" as he had never seen the sleeve before. Suffice to say our ten minutes conversation was a time to treasure on my part.Perhaps I am preaching to the already converted but if anyone has any interest in probably the most enigmatic Byrd then do not hesitate to watch this worthy film.And in conclusion, yes, "No Other" is still firmly ensconced in my top 5 albums of all time!

This is a brilliant DVD that tells the story of Gene Clark so well. From his early influences to his latest incarnations the story is riveting. I think, only now, that his band mates in the Byrds are only just starting to realise what an immense talent he was. Chris Hillman is fulsome in his praise but does include the warts. David Crosby is a little more understanding than he was and Roger McGuinn is well, Roger McGuinn. His later collaborators, such as John York,Pat Robinson and Carla Olsen saw a different side of Gene Clark - brilliant song-writer but also a bit inebriated when called upon to do his thing on stage. His demons resurfacing again. All in all though very satisfying.

The enigma of Gene Clark is laid out in this superb film. Whilst Crosby & McGuinn took the limelight it was Gene Clark who wrote some of the finest songs of The Byrds canon. There's no doubting his ability for a great melody and some succinct lyrics. There's a sadness in this film of what should have and could have been but there lies the tale about many talented 'rock stars'. This film shows Gene to be a charismatic yet introverted chap - perhaps living in the shadow on the opinionated Crosby may have accounted for this. Gene's music still lives on in The Byrds and his crowning achievement 'No Other' - Chris Hillman comes across well and is able to see how it all went wrong for Gene with the money, drink & drugs etc. A familiar story but this high flying byrd deserves this flight.

I love this DVD partly because it takes me back to my teacher training college days of the early 1970s. I only wish that, then, I had been more aware of the talent that was Gene Clark. But this film fills the gap. Considering the limited footage that was available, Four Suns Productions have created a deeply sympathetic film of a fantastic musician, but is also honest about the flawed man. I find the interviews with family, friends and musicians frank and thought provoking and I have to express my admiration for the interviewee(s). The choice of background music is wonderful and the end footage left me with wet eyes... Thanks must go to Paul Kendall and his sons for the commitment and dedication that went into this tribute to Gene Clark.