Moog Movie

analogcontrolfreak · Post by **analogcontrolfreak** » Mon Aug 29, 2005 8:31 pm

I recently Bought a copy of Moog the Movie on DVD. I really enjoyed it, even though I was not sure what to expect. I thought Hans Fjellestad did an excellent job going inside the world and mind of Bob Moog. I am glad Hans made this movie, when he did.

Gary Smith · Post by **Gary Smith** » Thu Sep 01, 2005 7:37 pm

Yes, yes YES!! I agree 100% ! As I wrote in my letter to Bob's guest book, it is a wonderful bit of history now, well captured. I am VERY happy to have had mine signed by almost all that work at Moog Music during my visit there a on August 17th.

Regards,
Gary

thewaag · Post by **thewaag** » Thu Sep 01, 2005 7:40 pm

I just watched it again last night for no specific reason--I just wanted to see it again.

As noted, it is particularly poignant now that the good doctor is gone....

Gary Smith · Post by **Gary Smith** » Thu Sep 01, 2005 8:00 pm

You are right... Its also nice to know that his old associates in that presentation are still living ! They are all part of the Bob's important history.
If you want to see more great video of Bob. I have found a site where he is interviewed and demonstrates the Voyager! Thanks to a contributor to the guest book, he included the URL. If anyone would like it, I will post it here.

...Gary

writeroxie · Post by **writeroxie** » Fri Sep 02, 2005 8:14 am

is this movie hard to find in the states? i havent heard much about it.

thewaag · Post by **thewaag** » Fri Sep 02, 2005 1:56 pm

I ordered mine directly from Moog Music......

MisterModular · Post by **MisterModular** » Fri Sep 02, 2005 4:49 pm

I just received my copy today. It's playing right now. I love this film. I saw it in Philly last year when it was out in "Theaters". I'm so glad that Hans made this movie. It was very well done and I'm sure I'll watch it many times.

boose44 · Post by **boose44** » Sat Sep 03, 2005 5:37 am

I got mine through Amazon.com. Believe it's still available.

-bruce

pelican1 · Post by **pelican1** » Sat Sep 03, 2005 8:12 am

no offense, but I hated the movie.

MarkM · Post by **MarkM** » Sat Sep 03, 2005 10:33 am

Gary Smith · Post by **Gary Smith** » Sat Sep 03, 2005 11:47 am

Pelican H A T E D the movie............ Hmmmmmmmmm.

Interesting, thats pretty strong AND general feelings towards this flick. But, I'm sorry..., to see Bob with his old friends and in HIS element ISN'T anything I hate, and I'll bet other Mini and modular owners feel the same... (imho) I guess its a Moog thing :O)

Just me and my Voyager AE

......Gary

MarkM · Post by **MarkM** » Sat Sep 03, 2005 11:57 am

I saw it and loved it. Some of the video technique was a bit rough, but the content and intent made up for that. It was a wonderful effort that gave us a good feel of Bob's character. It makes me proud to be a Moog product owner.

pelican1 · Post by **pelican1** » Sat Sep 03, 2005 2:45 pm

it just wasn't what I expected.......I could go into more detail if someone wants, but I generally thought the movie was a waste of time. It had a few good minutes(if you include the animated opening), but the rest was really, really annoying. I bought it new from amazon, and sold it the next day after watching it one time.

Sweep · Post by **Sweep** » Sat Sep 03, 2005 7:21 pm

Actually yes, could you go into a bit more detail, please.

I'm not sure whether to order this. I was put off by some of the comments from people who first saw it - I remember it was said that there was too much of the DJ character and so on, and not enough on the real musicians.

pelican1 · Post by **pelican1** » Sat Sep 03, 2005 11:27 pm

To me the film lists a bunch of individuals- most of hem are in the film for a blink of an eye. I thought it would have some performances, maybe artists talking wih moog about why they like his _____ synth, and maybe showing how they use it. The movie is just gibberish- some woman in pajamas telling bob to listen to her theremin- prob. 10 min. Dj spooky talking to bob about samples w/ no moog in sight or used -probably another 10 minutes. Probably 10 -15 minutes of money mark. Just time wasters as they are in the movie more than any other performers. You see charlie clouser maybe 1 minute, luke vibert and jean jaques perrey maybe 10 seconds. Why advertise them if you're only going o show them for a blink of an eye?
The add. bonus performances are all already in he movie- so you are getting nothing extra.
The free modular demo did not work on my computer- brand new mac.