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6.0 / 10(4 votes)NR19831h 15mUnited States of America

Prince and the Revolution: The Makings Of Rain

“We don't have a prince in Minnesota...we have a KING!”

Synopsis

On the 3rd of August 1983, Prince played a benefit concert for the Minnesota Dance Theatre Company at First Avenue, Minneapolis. The concert was instigated by Loyce Houlton, artistic director of the long-time modern dance troupe. She had met Prince during the band's dance classes and asked him to play a benefit show. Prince's concert raise $23,000 for the financially beleaguered MDT dance company. The concert is generally regarded as one of the most excited shows he has ever played. The basic tracks of three songs from the concert were used on Purple Rain.

Release History & Theatrical Window

World Premiere

Unofficial

Festival / Special Debut

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
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Original Title
Prince and the Revolution: The Makings Of Rain
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 15m
Production Studios
Warner Bros. Pictures, Warner Music, Warner Music Group

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: NR

NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)NR

Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Prince and the Revolution: The Makings Of Rain.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Prince and the Revolution: The Makings Of Rain

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Prince and the Revolution: The Makings Of Rain about?

On the 3rd of August 1983, Prince played a benefit concert for the Minnesota Dance Theatre Company at First Avenue, Minneapolis. The concert was instigated by Loyce Houlton, artistic director of the long-time modern dance troupe. She had met Prince during the band's dance classes and asked him to play a benefit show. Prince's concert raise $23,000 for the financially beleaguered MDT dance company. The concert is generally regarded as one of the most excited shows he has ever played. The basic tracks of three songs from the concert were used on Purple Rain.

Who directed Prince and the Revolution: The Makings Of Rain?

Prince and the Revolution: The Makings Of Rain was directed by Not specified.

Who stars in Prince and the Revolution: The Makings Of Rain?

The principal cast of Prince and the Revolution: The Makings Of Rain includes Prince, Wendy Melvoin, Lisa Coleman, Dr. Fink, Brown Mark.

When was Prince and the Revolution: The Makings Of Rain released and how long is it?

Prince and the Revolution: The Makings Of Rain was released in 1983 with a total runtime of 1h 15m.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Prince and the Revolution: The Makings Of Rain?

Prince and the Revolution: The Makings Of Rain holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).