Steven Wilson - Insurgentes (2009)

Sadly Over-hyped

A lot of perfectly good film show their cards early, establish a unique premise and let the audience explore a topic at a leisurely pace, without much in terms of surprise. this film is not one of those films.

There is, somehow, an interesting story here, as well as some good acting. There are also some good scenes

Exactly the movie you think it is, but not the movie you want it to be.

I'm blown away by every element of this film....the music, the art direction, the subject matter...all of it captures you deeply and you come away with a real sense of understanding.The honest commentary from these artistes is exactly what the music industry needs more of - uninhibited, unapologetic stand points. But it's not just hot air and opinion that we're hearing - these guys have the determination and commitment to their art to see their visions through, regardless of whether it makes them popular or not. Highly recommend this film for it's refreshing and perceptive approach. Really makes you stop and think. Hauntingly beautiful too.

I saw Insurgentes on CPH:DOX International Film Festival in November 2009. It's a brilliant piece of work done by Lasse Hoile. Everyone who loves music, the ideas and thoughts behind it should do themselves a favor and see this documentary - NO... you must see this film! It really gives you something to think about. For many years, Hoile has been an acclaimed artist, photographer, graphic-artist, writer, film-maker/director, and cinematographer. With this documentary One can clearly see his talent. In Insurgentes is like seeing his photo-art put together one a string ... it is well made. Steve Wilson must be a very, very happy man.

I had the privilege of seeing Insurgentes at the CPH:DOX festival in Copenhagen to a sold out screening with Steven and Lasse doing a Q&A after the film (what a night).Expectations was high knowing what two great artist in their field of work was and it DID NOT disappoint! Even though you probably don't know who Steven Wilson is his views and reflection on the music and industry today is more than universal and is something all people who generally loves music should see when they get a chance and I couldn't agree more with Mr. Wilson.The film is a collage of beautiful and haunting images shot by Lasse but the style of the movie perfectly suits this way of floating editing, it reminded me of something Tarkovsky could have made, which was also mentioned in the festival program i give them right in that, it was very refreshing done and to watch. Very not typical of these kinds of music documentaries where you see the typical band doing typical things.I'm really looking forward to see it again and hoping they will release this interesting and important film on DVD soon.

I've always wondered what's inside Steven's brain? How does it work? How does he create such amazing music?... And I keep wondering... But, Insurgentes might give you an idea of this. You'll see great musicians that share a lot of Steven's ideas, wondering "What's wrong with music these days". Is music still a form of art or just a horrible business that someday will get you? Lasse on the other hand, gives us a dark and extraordinary image of what he does, always taking simple things and making them look like something coming out of Dario Argento's mind.Trust me, this is part of the music history, 20 years from now will see this as The Wall or Tommy. And I'll be part of it.Kindest Regards.