Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio
“Classic Albums”
Synopsis
This entry in the Classic Albums series examines RIO, the 1982 release that put Duran Duran on the road to stardom. Looking back at the creation and release of the hit singles "Hungry Like the Wolf," "Save a Prayer," and many others, the critical retrospective analyzes the album's overall effect on the musical landscape of the early 1980s. The optimistic and celebratory album generated a string of hit singles and groundbreaking videos, catapulting the band to global stardom. This DVD tells the story behind the writing, recording, and subsequent success of the album through newly filmed interviews, musical demonstrations, and both new and archival performances.
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Classic Albums - Duran Duran Rio
Type: Clip • Published 2021-11-20
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 4, 2008
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- George Scott
- Original Title
- Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 52m
- Production Studios
- Eagle Vision, Isis Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
George Scott
Nick De Grunwald, Terry Shand, Martin R. Smith, Jamie Rugge-Price, Geoff Kempin
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George Scott
Director
Nick De Grunwald
Producer
Martin R. Smith
Producer
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What is Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio about?
This entry in the Classic Albums series examines RIO, the 1982 release that put Duran Duran on the road to stardom. Looking back at the creation and release of the hit singles "Hungry Like the Wolf," "Save a Prayer," and many others, the critical retrospective analyzes the album's overall effect on the musical landscape of the early 1980s. The optimistic and celebratory album generated a string of hit singles and groundbreaking videos, catapulting the band to global stardom. This DVD tells the story behind the writing, recording, and subsequent success of the album through newly filmed interviews, musical demonstrations, and both new and archival performances.
Who directed Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio?
Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio was directed by George Scott.
Who stars in Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio?
The principal cast of Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio includes Simon Le Bon, John Taylor, Nick Rhodes, Roger Taylor, Russell Mulcahy.
When was Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio released and how long is it?
Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 52m.