The U.S. vs. John Lennon
Lionsgate | Release Date: September 15, 2006
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catanna1Apr 20, 2014
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. "We came here to show and to say to all of you that apathy isn't it, that we can do something!"

~ John Lennon speaking at Ann Arbor's Crisler Arena in December 1971

And even as he was being investigated, tapped, followed and threatened with deportation for speaking out against the war in Viet Nam, John Lennon kept on talking and writing and singing about peace. Whether you're old enough to remember the late 1960s / early 1970s or not, this insightful and engaging documentary is a must-see portrait of one of this century's most influential, passionate and fascinating men in the

context of those times. You may be familiar with some of the photos, movie footage and interviews in the film - especially if you're an old timer like me :-) - but the artful way it's all put together is brilliant and the all-Lennon soundtrack pulsing like a heartbeat throughout is irresistible. Yoko Ono's narration is thoughtful and tasteful and she also contributed some never-before-seen photos and home movies. But the star of the show is John's own charismatic presence as musician, activist and man. And by the time the credits rolled to the tune of "Instant Karma... and we all shine on", I couldn't help but sing along as I walked out of the theater. This movie will inspire you. See it!… Expand
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TheresaS.Oct 2, 2006
Fascinating & inspirational with the best soundtrack of the year! I loved it!
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CatreseaA.C.Oct 1, 2006
"We came here to show and to say to all of you that apathy isn't it, that we can do something!" ~ John Lennon speaking at Ann Arbor's Crisler Arena in December 1971 And even as he was being investigated, tapped, followed and "We came here to show and to say to all of you that apathy isn't it, that we can do something!" ~ John Lennon speaking at Ann Arbor's Crisler Arena in December 1971 And even as he was being investigated, tapped, followed and threatened with deportation for speaking out against the war in Viet Nam, John Lennon kept on talking and writing and singing about peace. Whether you're old enough to remember the late 1960s / early 1970s or not, this insightful and engaging documentary is a must-see portrait of one of this century's most influential, passionate and fascinating men in the context of those times. You may be familiar with some of the photos, movie footage and interviews in the film - especially if you're an old timer like me - but the artful way it's all put together is brilliant and the all-Lennon soundtrack pulsing like a heartbeat throughout is irresistible. Yoko Ono's narration is thoughtful and tasteful and she also contributed some never-before-seen photos and home movies. But the star of the show is John's own charismatic presence as musician, activist and man. And by the time the credits rolled to the tune of "Instant Karma... and we all shine on", I couldn't help but sing along as I walked out of the theater. See this movie and be inspired.… Expand
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WadeT.Oct 20, 2006
The U.S. vs John Lennon suffers from what makes it enjoyable, which is the unabashed love the filmmakers have for John Lennon. Lennon is portrayed as a heroic figure who was beyond his time considering his political affiliations. While that The U.S. vs John Lennon suffers from what makes it enjoyable, which is the unabashed love the filmmakers have for John Lennon. Lennon is portrayed as a heroic figure who was beyond his time considering his political affiliations. While that makes the storytelling upbeat, it also makes the story very one sided. The alternative view on Lennon isn't really provided nor are his affiliations really explored for their full context. The shame is there appears to be more meat to the John Lennon story then the filmmakers had the courage to go after. It ends being an enjoyable film that somehow seems disappointing.… Expand
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BeatlesFanSep 16, 2006
If you're a fan of John Lennon, you will love this.
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MandyH.Oct 2, 2006
Brilliant, like the man himself.
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