Lennon's Last Weekend (2020)

In the icy grip of December 1980, after five years of silence, John Lennon and Yoko Ono emerged from their self-imposed media exile. With fresh music on the horizon, Lennon decided to sit down with Radio One's Andy Peebles of the BBC in the heart of New York City, an interview that would unexpectedly become his last. The film, Lennon's Last Weekend, shines a spotlight on this poignant encounter. Lennon, in an unanticipated move, divulged details of his life that he had previously kept under wraps. He painted a vivid picture of The Beatles' split, the intricacies of his bond with Paul McCartney, his battles with addiction, and his stance on political issues brewing in the US and UK. He laid bare his longing for his hometown, Liverpool, and shared intimate details about his family. The rock and roll legend also opened up about his collaborations with iconic figures like Phil Spector and David Bowie, and walked us through the creation of his solo gems, including 'Imagine' and 'Give Peace A Chance'. Through a rich tapestry of archival footage, rare photographs, and candid chats with those close to him, Lennon's Last Weekend captures the essence of this revealing interview. The film takes on an even deeper resonance as it was a mere 48 hours later when Lennon met a tragic end, shot down at the age of just 40. Forty years on from his untimely death, this film serves as a poignant tribute to the music icon on what would have been his 80th birthday.

Lennon's Last Weekend is a documentary movie.

Lennon's Last Weekend is currently streaming on BritBox, BritBox Amazon Channel and Britbox Apple TV Channel .