When You’re Strange (2009)
“I want to have my kicks before the whole shithouse goes up in flames.” A fascinating documentary about legendary rock band the Doors, When You’re Strange was written and directed…
“I want to have my kicks before the whole shithouse goes up in flames.” A fascinating documentary about legendary rock band the Doors, When You’re Strange was written and directed…
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"From his childhood in Texas to his untimely donut shop death, discover the man behind the image through the colorful tales of those who knew him and loved him.” Best…