Atom User Reviews for Western Stars
Poignant, inspiring movie. Springsteen once again performs with a raw, open heart in a unique, intimate setting. Bravo to the Boss. This is a must see. His unique performance will leave you refreshed, and inspired.
Will see it again! Beautiful!
Visually and musically stunning! Different from any concert film I have ever seen. A must see.
Not as big a Bruce fan as my hubs, who I bought the tickets for. That’s all changed now, excellent show! I’ll need to see it again. Loved loved loved the orchestra accompaniment and his narrative musings on life past, present and future .
Fully orchestral poetic vision of an introspective life.
Absolutely perfect from beginning to end! Loved it! Phenomenal music performed in such a unique and intimate setting. I highly recommend!
Not what I expected but everything I wanted to see. Love this music, the musician and his collaborators that elevate his art.
Was great to see the stories behind the songs. I'm glad Bruce was able to follow his dream by recording such an inspiration album that so records the time of life that he's experiencing now. ❤❤
Incredible as almost expected from the perfectionist Boss of all Media! Keep it coming Bro - send this to Netflix sooner than later so we can enjoy over and over again!
Enjoyed this very much, saw a side of Bruce I haven’t seen and learned some things about his life and relationship with Patty. His stories between songs were perhaps my favorite parts and his new direction in music fits him very well. He’s not going on tour so I thought this was a great way to preview his new album. The barn setting was awesome!!
Beautiful to hear and see
Fantastic songs played live with great commentary by Bruce.
Like spending an intimate evening with Bruce!
Definitely a different view and musical style but still a storyteller and the voice is just as strong as early days.
Unlike other megastars of his caliber Bruce Springsteen always invites his fans into his mind and life. zooming I am on homes inperfections the Camera acknowledges prince is getting older and with each angle the camera finds a new wrinkle or the Strength of his marriage which is deep in its years. I just love Bruce, he is the man!
Beautifully shot, incredible cinematography
Great add on to Springsteen on Broadway. Looking forward to next EStreet album.
Superb. Want to see it again and again.
It was excellent. We've been following Bruce sine 1975. We were not disappointed. We bought the CD back in June. Hey, Bruce, we live in So Utah. Come see us.
I’d rather see him with an acoustic guitar by himself, but he didn’t ask me. He doesn’t ever seem to stop growing or pushing himself creatively. I liked it!
Bruce Springsteen takes a listener deeper into his music than ever before!
deep and insightful. the music really resonated with me as did the back story that inspired the music.
Outstanding!!!!!!
An outstanding concert movie experience!
Beautifully done visually and lush musically. Love hearing Bruce's interpretations of the songs and his insights of himself
Let's you more into his psyche and what he reveres - and that's what Patti has brought to his life. Wonderful music and back story.
It’s a wonderful depiction of a fabulous album. I’m in love with this music and it truly is a love story to Patti and his children.
Beautifully filmed movie that really shows the genius of Bruce Springsteen. He really puts himself out there. You don't even have to be a Bruce fan to love it but it sure does help. Must see for all you Bruce fans out there!!
The orchestra, the barn, the cinematography...all add to experience we know as Bruce Springsteen. Loved it.
I thought the songs sounded the same. There were no standouts. I normally truly enjoy the Bruce's story telling. However, it seemed like he was alluding to issues rather than making any great revelations. I felt like the entire film was something he did for himself to prove that he could write, edit, direct a film etcetera. I didn't even find it to be terribly creative. I actually fell asleep twice.
Beautifully shot, fabulous addition of orchestral strings, banjo, slide guitar, accordion. Every element that could make the songs great! Commentary and video added so much!!
I absolutely loved this movie.
An awesome evening with awesome friends. We all very much enjoyed the evening in the barn. Oh what a beautiful barn Much love to Bruce and Patty. You are the best!
Beautiful scenery and gorgeous, lush music sounds great in theater.
Beautiful film, gorgeous music...another riveting testament to Bruce's mastery at storytelling.
Springsteen at his best. Bruce explaining his music and baring his soul is a wonderful way to experience his music and so heartwarming and enriching.
Outstanding film
I went in not knowing what to expect but as always Bruce never disappoints!
Beautiful film. Bruce’s voice was in top form. Bruce himself showed up at the movie to introduce it! It blew everyone’s mind! What a guy, what an artist. I’m going a couple more times in the theatre to see it
Grounding.
Great entertainment! Bruce has created some awesome new music and shares a side of himself with the audience.
So many textures and layers to digest. Songwriting, storytelling, musical performances, and film making. Just like Bruce's music it will take multiple viewings to fully appreciate. The man is an American Treasure.
Amazing! Bruce always touches me so deeply.
An amazing film
Truly remarkable. Bruce has created a body of work that studies human nature and character that can only be developed after a lifetime like his. This is a truly a contemplative movie that shows his creative process as well as exquisite renditions of incredible music.
Cinematography is fascinating ! Sound was great. String section added the right depth.
Great time at the cinema. Unique experience. So happy I saw it.
#majestic
What an EXPERIENCE!! I was totally emerged in this music and the story telling. Bruce is a living legend.
Metacritic
By the end, you almost want every recording artist with Springsteen’s compassion and lyricism to introduce their newest material the way he does in “Western Stars,” like a docent of everyone’s damaged soul, pointing to the parts that make not just the music, but the musician, too.
Swaggers across the landscape like a cinematic epic, but it’s basically a concert flick, with some extras. And those extras are not the best things in it.
Western Stars isn’t misguided. It’s just dull and self-serious. But if you’re Bruce Springsteen, nobody around you’s going to point that out.