I have three movies that tie for number one. Two are comedies, and the third is "The Wall" by Pink Floyd. I have been watching "The Wall" in theatres (ain't midnite movies great!), at home on video cassette, and now on the Special Edition DVD (which I highly recommend!) I bought an audio copy the day it was released in 1979, and several more since!
Music is a special art. Through it, imho, emotions can be stirred as no other medium can. "The Wall" is as impressive with only sound as it is with images. Being a true opera (no dialogue), the video only enhances the music. Another example of Rock Opera is "Tommy" by The Who. In that case, however, there is too much dialogue, and if you listen only to the audio it sounds like a collection of great music but not a story.
The exception is Gerald Scarfe's animation. "Goodbye Blue Skies", "Empty Spaces" and "The Trial" scenes are absolutely amazing (or gut-wrenching -- depending on your perspective). Watching these sequences (which were produced by Roger Waters himself) adds a new dimension to what was a truly incredible beginning.
My recommendation is, get a copy of the lyrics or get the Special Edition DVD and turn the lyrics on (if you don't already have them committed to memory). Wait till you are home alone late at night. STAY SOBER! Alcohol and drugs will only lessen the impact, trust me. Now crank up your stereo, and allow absolutely no interruptions. Immerse yourself in the experience that is "The Wall".
Music is a special art. Through it, imho, emotions can be stirred as no other medium can. "The Wall" is as impressive with only sound as it is with images. Being a true opera (no dialogue), the video only enhances the music. Another example of Rock Opera is "Tommy" by The Who. In that case, however, there is too much dialogue, and if you listen only to the audio it sounds like a collection of great music but not a story.
The exception is Gerald Scarfe's animation. "Goodbye Blue Skies", "Empty Spaces" and "The Trial" scenes are absolutely amazing (or gut-wrenching -- depending on your perspective). Watching these sequences (which were produced by Roger Waters himself) adds a new dimension to what was a truly incredible beginning.
My recommendation is, get a copy of the lyrics or get the Special Edition DVD and turn the lyrics on (if you don't already have them committed to memory). Wait till you are home alone late at night. STAY SOBER! Alcohol and drugs will only lessen the impact, trust me. Now crank up your stereo, and allow absolutely no interruptions. Immerse yourself in the experience that is "The Wall".