Paul McCartney and Wings - One Hand Clapping
Film Details
Release date:
26.09.2024
Distributor:
Trafalgar Releasing
Running time:
67 minutes
Producer:
MPL Communications
Director:
David Litchfield
Label:
Mercury Studios
Features:
- In addition to the full film directed by David Litchfield, the cinema event featured the previously unreleased 'Backyard Sessions', showcasing Paul on acoustic guitar performing beloved tracks from his catalog. Highlights include the previously unreleased song 'Blackpool' and covers of personal favourites like 'Twenty Flight Rock'. -The screenings also boasted an exclusive filmed introduction by Paul and previously unseen Polaroid photographs from the sessions. - The film, an intimate look at the recording, originally shot on 1970s videotape, has been scanned and restored at 4K. - The between song dialogue has been de-mixed using Wingnut's MAL software and the film features a new Dolby Atmos audio mix by Steve Orchard and Giles Martin.
Film Notes
Audiences are invited to step back in time to 1974 and witness the magic of Paul McCartney and Wings - One Hand Clapping. This captivating film, filmed on video tape captured the look and feel of the time, exploring their historic recording session at Abbey Road Studios. This behind-the-scenes look delves into the making of the acclaimed 'One Hand Clapping' album, featuring rare footage, interviews with the band, insights from the creative team, and more. Relive iconic Wings hits, a reimagined Beatles classic, and captivating performances on the big screen.
"It’s so great to look back on that period and see the little live show we did. We made a pretty good noise actually! It was a great time for the band, we started to have success with Wings, which had been a long time coming.” - Paul