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Shut Up and Play the Hits

2012 • 108 minutes
4.9
25 reviews
86%
Tomatometer
Eligible

About this movie

On April 2nd, 2011, LCD SOUNDSYSTEM played its final show at Madison Square Garden. LCD frontman James Murphy had made the conscious decision to disband one of the most celebrated and influential bands of its generation at the peak of its popularity, ensuring that the band would go out on top with the biggest and most ambitious concert of its career. The instantly sold out, near four-hour extravaganza did just that, moving the thousands in attendance to tears of joy and grief, with New York Magazine calling the event "a marvel of pure craft" and TIME magazine lamenting "we may never dance again." SHUT UP AND PLAY THE HITS is simultaneously a document of a once-in-a-lifetime performance and an intimate portrait of Murphy as he navigates both the personal and professional ramifications of his decision.

Ratings and reviews

4.9
25 reviews
A Google user
April 10, 2014
If you are a fan of LCD Soundsystem this is a must. It's a little heartbreaking at times. The greatest band of my lifetime walks away from fame to concentrate on life, and it hurts to watch the celebration of everything that was because you completely understand James Murphy's reasoning through viewing this. So much great music, caught on film in a real way, intermixed with personal moments from the group. A+
3 people found this review helpful
Ashley Clifford
May 18, 2013
I love this band. This documentary helps me understand James Murphy better and the interpretations of their music. The only time I'll see them in concert... /sigh
Jason Erdman
July 7, 2013
Such a great band! Awesome Documentary! Wish they were still together! Check this out!