Customer Ratings & Reviews

This film is about the meltdown, unmaking and rebuilding of the rock band Metallica. It is uncomfortable to watch, but that's because of how honestly the band's immaturity and desperation are portrayed at times in this documentary. It's also essential viewing- for anyone interested in the band, the filmmakers Berlinger & Sinofsky or interpersonal relationships. Up-and-coming bands should watch this as a cautionary tale of how not to do things for 30 years. It's a miracle Metallica's lasted this long in what was a very dysfunctional system. This film is a testament to the strength of the individuals in the band, family and their support staff. This recent reissue on the band's own imprint adds a single additional featurette, "Metallica: This Monster Lives". Filmed in 2013, this extra was not on the original release and is more a fluff piece than a retrospective "current state of affairs" that one is lead to believe from its title. Even so, the existing extras are more than enough to suggest this release without hesitation.

this movie seriously rocks from begining to end!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! metallica = metal gods metallica are the kings of heavy metal music metallica = the best of the best!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! enough said!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

This is one of the greatest documentaries ever made capturing the band's struggles as they write and record St. Anger. The blu-ray quality is a little disappointing compared to the DVD version. I couldn't really tell the difference. The film is still shown in it's original 4:3 aspect ratio,

Metallica suffered through a crisis in the late 90s and had to return to basics to reconquer its original legion of fans. This DVD is proof of it, follow member of Metallica in their recent projects as well as enjoying their timeless music. Thumbs up!!

Found this bluray at a great price. The inner turmoil and struggles of the band as they deal egos, members leaving, addiction, etc. couldn't have been made up. The real deal issues are so compelling. One of the best documentaries I've ever seen.

this dvd rocks from begining to end!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! metallica = the best of the best!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! enough said!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Great documentary! I had heard about this and seen bits and pieces but never was able to find it till I saw the last copy in best buy! Worth every penny!

Awesome documentary on a great band. Would highly recommend this to any metal fan

Had a hard time following this... My wife is hardcore Metallica since she was 14(now 50+) and she turned it off before it was over !!!

Being a fan of the band, it was an easy watch, but for someone who isn't into Metallica as much, they won't get as much from it.

Metallica. What can be said but they are the best metal band out there. Get this doc. It's great.

If you like Metallica and drama, then you will love this documentary. Gives you insight about how bands work on the inside.

Nice re-release on blu-ray, with many bonus features. A new documentary is included about the making of the movie.

awesome movie!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! from begining to end!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Even the greatest heavy band of all time is not immune to inner turmoil. This doc pulls no punches.

A great movie about Metallica's toughest times in their career, great for all Metallica fans!

An awesome DVD by one of the best hard rock bands in American History. Long live Metallica.

Sweet documentary, shows a lot of great footage. Definitely a must have for Metallica fans!

Been a fan of this movie for a long time glad to own the Blu-ray version

good documentary about the lives of a rock band ..... blu-ray makes it better ......