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The unforgettable life and music of legendary rock pioneer Chuck Berry are celebrated in this landmark feature film, capturing a once-in-a-lifetime gathering of rock 'n' roll’s finest! In 1986, Keith Richards invited a roster of brilliant musicians to honor Chuck Berry for an evening of music to commemorate Berry's 60th birthday, including performances by Eric Clapton, Robert Cray, Linda Ronstadt, Etta James, and Julian Lennon, along with archival footage of an unforgettable duet by Chuck and John Lennon! This dynamite crowd pleaser from director Taylor Hackford (Ray, Against All Odds) "is one of the saltiest, most stirring rock documents ever: a terrific show and a real labor of love" (Los Angeles Times)! Bonus Content: 2006 Taylor Hackford Introduction to Hail! Hail! Rock 'n' Roll Hail! Hail! Rock 'n' Roll Concert Rehearsals The Reluctant Movie Star - The Making of Hail! Hail! Rock 'n' Roll Witnesses to History #1 - Little Richard, Bo Diddley, and Chuck Berry Witnesses to History #2 - Taylor Hackford Intro, Jerry Lee Lewis, Bo Diddley, The Everly Brothers, Willie Dixon, Roy Orbison, Sam Phillips, Ahmet Ertegun "Chuckisms" The Burnt Scrapbook - With Robbie Robertson and Chuck Berry Theatrical Trailer Taylor Hackford's Final Words