Blur Documentary Preview Details
2 January 2010. Posted: bibo
Britpop icons Blur have confirmed details of the premiere of their forthcoming documentary 'No Distance Left To Run'.
Blur began life as a shambling indie quartet named Seymour. Driven by singer Damon Albarn and his childhood friend Graham Coxon the pair's artistic ambition pushed the band to undreamt of heights.
After riding the baggy boom the re-christened Blur retreated to their rehearsal room. Taking inspiration from British songwriting icons such as The Kinks and Syd Barrett the group re-emerged with a potent new style.
Labelled 'Britpop' the band spawned a movement which swept all before it. Later tiring of their role in the jolly mid 90s knees up, Blur took a left turn writing material inspired by underground American rock acts such as Pavement.
Splitting in 2003 following the departure of guitarist Graham Coxon, the band reformed this summer to play a series of emotional shows. Climaxing with a headline set at Glastonbury the group invited film makers to record their comeback.
With no new shows on the horizon it seems that fans will have to make do with a new documentary. 'No Distance Left To Run' is a Pulse Films production, shot by Dylan Southern and Will Lovelace.
Produced by Lucas Ochoa and Thomas Benski, the film traces the history of the pioneering group through their own words. Opening in cinemas across the country from January 19th 'No Distance Left To Run' will be shown for the first time in London.
Taking place on January 14th the premiere will be shown in Leicester Square Odeon, with Blur themselves expected to be in attendance.
For more details on the film visit Blur's official website!