Review of Talihina Sky: The Story of Kings of Leon (2011) by Marcus W — 03 Nov 2011

Totally great doc about a totally great band. This is a legit documentary and really interesting. Recommended even if you don't dig Kings of Leon.

This review of Talihina Sky: The Story of Kings of Leon (2011) was written by Marcus W on 03 Nov 2011.

Talihina Sky: The Story of Kings of Leon has generally received positive reviews.

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By Cam-Asher B (1) on 21 Aug 2011

Talihina Sky tells a compelling story of an all American rock band. this movie teaches that even kings can have humble root…

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By Derek Malcolm (772) for London Evening Standard (2,015) on 23 Jun 2011

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By Samuel H (493) on 31 Dec 2014

I really knew very little of the band, it's music and it's story coming into the film. But I love music docs and this one didn't disappoint…

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By Jordon J (666) on 07 Apr 2012

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By P. P (134) on 21 Jun 2014

I found the lack of cohesion/fractured style of this doc frustrating and I wish their had been more music but nonetheless, this is an interesting…

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By Remi V (77) on 27 Aug 2012

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By Charles Gant (85) for Variety (12,700) on 26 Jun 2011

The boys return to this backwoods retreat for an annual family reunion that fascinates Mitchell, and it's here that the film discovers its…

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By Jaybonimus B (5) on 15 Nov 2011

Being a KOL fan I thought it was alright. Certainly not the best rock doc…

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By Ed C (492) on 12 May 2014

One line summary: Documentary of the roots of Kings of Leon…

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