Now and Then – The Last Beatles Song (2023)

“Now and Then – The Last Beatles Song” (2023) documents the extraordinary journey of creating The Beatles’ final song, “Now and Then.” It looks into how the surviving members, Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr, along with digital technology, revived a John Lennon demo from the late 1970s. This short film features exclusive footage and commentary, unraveling the story behind this historical musical piece, offering insight into The Beatles’ enduring legacy and their unique ability to surprise fans decades after their peak.

Length: 12min
Genre: Music & Musical, Documentary
This Title is: A touching, historical exploration of The Beatles’ music and legacy

“Now and Then – The Last Beatles Song (2023)” IS STREAMING TODAY ON Disney+ IN CANADA

Trailer

Cast

• Paul McCartney as Self
• Ringo Starr as Self
• John Lennon as Self (archive footage)
• George Harrison as Self (archive footage)

Parental Guidance

Maturity Rating: Suitable for most audiences, contains historical music content

This film is appropriate for Beatles fans of all ages, but younger viewers might not grasp the historical significance.

Trivia

• “Now and Then” was based on a demo recorded by John Lennon in his Manhattan apartment in the late 1970s.
• The technology to isolate Lennon’s vocals was developed by Peter Jackson, known for the “Get Back” documentary.
• George Harrison’s contributions were incorporated posthumously from earlier recordings.

Our Review

“Now and Then – The Last Beatles Song” offers a nostalgic and sentimental journey back to the heyday of The Beatles and a rare glimpse into their creative process in the present. The film blends historical content with new footage, capturing the essence of The Beatles’ magic and how their music continues to resonate. It’s a short yet impactful documentary that will satisfy long-time Beatles aficionados and intrigue new fans, perfectly encapsulating the timelessness of their music and the deep bond among the band members, even after all these years.

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