Peter Jackson Revives 'Let It Be': The Beatles' Lost Doc Reborn on Disney+
April 18, 2024Director Peter Jackson has restored The Beatles' 1970 documentary 'Let It Be' with advanced technology used in 'The Beatles: Get Back.'
The restored 'Let It Be' documentary will debut on Disney+ on May 8, 2024, marking its return after half a century of being out of circulation.
Park Road Post Production enhanced the film, ensuring improved visuals and sound, including never-before-seen footage from January 1969.
The restoration adds valuable context to the original film, featuring US funk musician Billy Preston and complementing Jackson's 'Get Back' miniseries.
Beatles fans can expect a resurgence of related content, with new music from McCartney and Lennon's sons and four individual Beatle films by Sam Mendes slated for 2027.
The re-release of 'Let It Be' honors the initial director's intention for the film to receive a proper evaluation from audiences and critics alike.
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The New York Times • Apr 16, 2024
The Beatles’ ‘Let It Be’ Film Will Stream After 54 Years on Disney+The Guardian • Apr 17, 2024
Peter Jackson to release restored version of Beatles’ 1970 documentary Let It Be on Disney+Billboard • Apr 16, 2024
The Beatles Tease Announcement: ‘There Will be an Answer’Yahoo Entertainment • Apr 16, 2024
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