Primary Cast:
Billy Joel, Paul McCartney, Roger Daltrey, Steven Tyler, Garth Brooks, Tony Bennett, Mike Piazza, Keith Hernandez, Tom Seaver
Director:
Paul Crowder
Screenwriter:
Mark Monroe
Producer:
Steve Cohen, Nigel Sinclair
Executive Producer:
Todd Kamelhar, Glen Zipper
Co-Editors:
Mike J. Nichols, Paul Crowder
The Last Play at Shea
(Last Play at Shea)
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[LASTP] | 2009 | 95 min | Feature Documentary
Directed by: Paul Crowder
USAWorld Premiere
Interests: *ESPN*, *NYcomp*, Documentary, Music, New York, Sportswww.exclusivemedia.com
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Program Notes
From The Beatles' first-ever arena performance in 1965 until Billy Joel's concert before its demolition in 2009, Shea Stadium played host to some of the biggest names in music from around the globe in addition to serving as home to the New York Mets. This lovingly crafted documentary interweaves the history of this recently lost New York City landmark with the career of Long Island native Billy Joel, a performer whose personal connection to the stadium made him the perfect choice to close the curtain on Shea's storied past.
Director Paul Crowder draws on a wealth of historical footage as well as personal interviews with Joel to provide an intimate look at the intersecting histories of a stadium, a team, and a music legend. Set to the soundtrack of Joel's final Shea performance and featuring exclusive concert footage with guests like Tony Bennett and Roger Daltrey, Last Play pays a timely tribute to one of America's most significant venues for both music and sports.
March 16, 2010 11:37 AM
Donna said:
Mets movies -
I'm looking forward to this. I am a big fan another documentary which focused on fans called MathematicallyAlive.com. Check it out if you're a Mets fan.
March 17, 2010 09:22 PM
Lauren E said:
Billy Fans & Mets Fans
I've been waiting for this ever since the concert! I'm a huge Billy fan, and my boyfriend is a huge Mets fan so we're both excited the documentary will capture the history of both.
March 19, 2010 09:01 AM
Mary Beth said:
GO METS
Big Mets Fan -- also, love Billy, Paul, etc. Can't Wait!!!!
March 24, 2010 01:36 PM
frankrober said:
Last Play at Shea
I was at Last Play at Shea on the first night that Billy Joel played. It was the greatest concert that I ever went to. It was so great that time just flew by and the next thing I knew it was over.
March 27, 2010 01:54 AM
James said:
Can't wait!
Hopefully this movie lives up to it's summary and is not one of those flashy/music montage every minute VH1-type docs that are everywhere. Can't wait!
March 28, 2010 10:40 PM
mandy m. said:
Great guest artists!
Can't wait to see how Steven Tyler sounds with the Billy Joel band.
April 02, 2010 02:43 PM
BKBill said:
Heard Gath Brooks and Tony Bennett rocked the house, cant wait to see those performances.
April 04, 2010 10:55 PM
Johnny K. said:
Citi Field
Saw the documentary that Alec Baldwin narrated when Paul rocked Citi Field. Looking forward to the unique twist Billy puts on this film!
April 15, 2010 11:09 AM
Jen said:
Excited
Anything that Mike J. Nichols Edits has to be amazing!
April 15, 2010 07:09 PM
Frank said:
I was at the first show. I waited two years or this!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
April 20, 2010 04:54 AM
Kenny R. said:
A long time coming!!!
Was lucky enough to go to both shows. (had floor seats for the 2nd) And was at the demo site on the last day they would allow people in. A worker there was passing out seat bottoms thru the fence.(scored a blue one) Anyway..Shea holds a lot of fond memories for me. I'm sure this film will be worth the LONG wait.
April 20, 2010 07:51 PM
Dan said:
Greatest Billy Joel Web-Sites!!!
www.BillyJoelFan.com www.BillyJoelForum.com www.BillyJoelBlog.com www.BillyJoelStore.com www.BillyJoelSheetMusic.com
April 21, 2010 11:24 AM
James Kelly said:
Great
Very nice. But why did it take them two years! Mccartneys Citifield DVD came out in four months!
April 22, 2010 11:00 AM
Roger Wickman said:
Documentary
From what I hear it took so long because it's not a concert film -- it's a legitimate documentary that covers a lot of ground. And buzz is that it's real good... I know a few people who have seen advance test screenings and they were blown away. Can't wait to see it!!!
April 23, 2010 05:44 AM
CR said:
Movie to DVD
Does anyone know when or if this film is coming out on DVD to buy?
April 24, 2010 04:43 AM
Piano Man said:
Billy Joel Radio Show
And, don't forget that Nassau/Queens is the home to the only radio show in the world devoted to the music of LI's own Billy Joel every Sunday from 2PM to 3PM on 90.3FM.
April 24, 2010 05:13 AM
Nichols Boys said:
Last Play at Shea
Mike J Nichols has put at least a year into this film, you will not be disappointed. Showing at Tribeca this weekend...
April 25, 2010 08:19 AM
Ed Rising said:
Last Play at Shea film
As a long time Mets fan, I loved Shea Stadium. It saddens me that it has been torn down and replaced with Citifield. I'm thrilled by the buzz and anticipation of this film. Billy Joel had said he wanted to do a concert film the right way and looks like this will be a respectful yet rocking celebration of the history of Shea Stadium. Of course the climactic moment has to be when Paul McCartney walks on stage to sing "I Saw Her Standing There"! I wish I had been there for that - what a classy way to close it out. Can't wait for this film! Oh and Lets Go Mets!
April 25, 2010 09:20 AM
Ed Rising said:
Last Play at Shea Film
One more thing..... Mr. Hollander are you kidding me about not mentioning Paul McCartney in your little review? Go back to school please!
April 25, 2010 10:24 PM
Danielle said:
Last Play at Shea
It was amazing!!!!!! Might see it again. It was an excellent film about Billy, Mets and Shea Stadium.
April 26, 2010 06:29 AM
Heather said:
Saw it last night!
It was AMAZING! I'm a huge Billy fan and a huge Met fan so I loved it! My husband is a yanks fan and he loved it too! It was a great tribute to Billy and to Shea! They did a great job piecing together some great moments in time.
April 26, 2010 07:06 AM
Robert & Melissa said:
One incredible, memorable, night of our lives!!!
We were there for the final show. The show was awesome!!! Especially after Billy Joel congratulated my fiancee Melissa from the stage, told her to stand on a chair, raise her left hand in the air to show the entire stadium the engagement ring which I had just given to her while in the 5th row during the show. We will NEVER forget it!!! Thank you Billy for all the years of joy you have given to all of us.
April 26, 2010 10:11 AM
Keith said:
Loved It! When is it being released?
April 26, 2010 06:57 PM
danaabrand said:
I saw the premiere on April 25. I could not get over how meaningful and how moving it was. What a great film! I hope to see it in theatres soon. I have a review on my blog: www.danabrand.com/blog
April 26, 2010 08:51 PM
brendan said:
absolutely awesome. you cant make a documentary much better than that. i certainly didnt think that a movie named after a concert could be a biography, a nyc history lesson and a mets tribute all at the same time. incredible. ill buy it the second it comes on dvd
April 28, 2010 05:01 PM
Cooldude_T said:
Blu-Ray
Is it coming out to blu-ray? I would love to have this in Blu-Ray... I love Billy Joel music.
August 04, 2010 07:13 AM
Charles Barnes said:
DVD available?
Does anyone know where I can get this DVD? Have tried everywhich way but no success. caleb@iafrica.com
August 20, 2010 04:28 AM
Dennis said:
Paul Is All
I wonder if my replica of an original banner hung in Shea while The Beatles played "PAUL IS ALL" ...made the movie?
August 22, 2010 07:14 AM
George Wasek said:
Huge Fan
I was at the preview of the documentary last night at Citi Field. It was great but the sound quality and the acoustics were much to be desired. But, I understand because it is not a movie theater. I am anxiously waiting the release of the film. Thank You, Billy for all the wonderful years and dedication to New York.
August 22, 2010 07:40 AM
Bill Sobel said:
Nostalgic night at Citifield
I totally agree with George (above). While the sound and acoustics weren't the best, the film was incredible. Bravo to all involved for a wonderful step back in time...and I look forward to the real theatrical release!
August 22, 2010 02:16 PM
Rich Coppola said:
Huge Met and Billy Fan!!!!!!!
If you love the Mets and Billy Joel like I do than this movie was a cannot miss. It brought back some really nice memories of the july 18th show and sir Paul closing it out-incredible night!!!!!
September 02, 2010 10:04 AM
JAE said:
last play
enjoyed the music & the history--should have shown more of the guest artists(like Garth & Roger) & i dont get it why people cheered when the 69 & 86 series were shown--did they forget that the mets won????