Rick Rubin
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Filmography
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McCartney 3, 2, 1
Paul McCartney sits down for a rare, in-depth, one-on-one with legendary producer Rick Rubin to discuss his groundbreaking work with The Beatles, the emblematic 70s arena rock of Wings and his 50 years and counting as a solo artist. In this six-episode series that explores music and creativity in a unique and revelatory manner, join Paul and Rick for an intimate conversation about the songwriting, influences, and personal relationships that informed the iconic songs that have served as the soundtracks of our lives.

One Track Heart: The Story of Krishna Das
(2013)In 1970, a young musician named Jeffrey Kagel walked away from the American dream of rock 'n' roll stardom-turning down the lead singer slot in the band that would become Blue Oyster Cult. He sold all his possessions and moved from the New York suburbs to the Himalayan foothills in search of happiness and a little-known saint named Neem Karoli Baba (Maharaj-ji). One Track Heart: The Story of Krishna Das follows Kagel's journey to India and back, his struggles with depression and drug abuse, and his eventual emergence as Krishna Das - the world-renowned spiritual teacher, chant master and Grammy-nominated recording artist. Featuring interviews with Be Here Now author Ram Dass, Grammy-winning producer Rick Rubin (Beastie Boys, Metallica), New York Times bestselling author Sharon Salzberg, and two-time Pulitzer Prize nominee Daniel Goleman, as well as a score by Dinosaur Jr.'s J Mascis and Devadas, One Track Heart is the inspiring story of how one man's journey continues to transform countless lives.

Johnny Cash: The Last Great American
(2004)This concert features Cash with special guests Linda Ronstadt and Roy Clark performing a selection of their biggest hits such as Folsom Prison Blues, Orange Blossom Special, A Boy Named Sue and Ronstadt's version of the Eagles' Desperado.

Dixie Chicks: Shut Up and Sing
(2006)A documentary of the Dixie Chicks including covering the anti- George Bush comment singer Natalie Maines made during a concert in 2003.

Tom Petty, Somewhere You Feel Free
(2021)Extensive interviews and footage from an archive of 16mm film give an intimate look at Tom Petty during the making of his 1994 album Wildflowers.

Omar and Cedric: If This Ever Gets Weird
(2024)Charts the artistic and personal relationship between Omar Rodríguez-López and Cedric Bixler-Zavala (At the Drive-In / The Mars Volta).

Truth to Power
(2020)This documentary looks at System of a Down's Serj Tankian, whose passion for human rights led him to become a social justice organizer.

End of the Century: The Story of the Ramones
(2003)The true story of the Ramones, featuring founding member Tommy Ramone, and rare, unreleased broadcast interviews with the other members.

Krush Groove
(1985)The world of rap music is highlighted in this first all-rap musical. Loosely based on the life of Russell Simmons, founder of Def Jam Records.

May It Last: A Portrait of the Avett Brothers
(2017)From longtime fans Judd Apatow and Michael Bonfiglio and filmed with extraordinary access over the course of more than two years, May It Last is an intimate portrait of the acclaimed North Carolina band The Avett Brothers, charting their decade-and-a-half rise, while chronicling their present-day collaboration with famed producer Rick Rubin on the multi-Grammy-nominated album “True Sadness,” which was released on American Recordings/Republic Records. With the recording process as a backdrop, the film depicts a lifelong bond and unique creative partnership, as band members undergo marriage, divorce, parenthood, illness, and the challenges of the music business. More than just a music documentary, May It Last is a meditation on family, love, and the passage of time.