Woodstock - Copy of VHS tapes to Bluray
Warner Bros. (1970)
Documentary, History, Music
In Collection
#338
0*
Seen It:  No
184 mins USA / English
Blu-ray Disc 
Richie Havens Self
Joan Baez Self
The Who Themselves
Sha-Na-Na Themselves
Joe Cocker Self
Country Joe and the Fish Themselves
Arlo Guthrie Self
Crosby Stills & Nash Themselves
Ten Years After Themselves
John Sebastian Self
Santana Themselves
Sly and the Family Stone Themselves
Jimi Hendrix Self
Canned Heat Themselves
Bob Davis Self
Director
Michael Wadleigh
Producer Dale Bell
Bob Maurice
Cinematography Malcolm Hart
Don Lenzer


This is the original theatrical Release from 1970.
It came before the Director's Cut.

An intimate look at the Woodstock Music & Art Festival held in Bethel, NY in 1969, from preparation through cleanup, with historic access to insiders, blistering concert footage, and portraits of the concertgoers; negative and positive aspects are shown, from drug use by performers to naked fans sliding in the mud, from the collapse of the fences by the unexpected hordes to the surreal arrival of National Guard helicopters with food and medical assistance for the impromptu city of 500,000.
Edition Details
No. of Discs/Tapes 1
Personal Details
Location Case #5
Links TheMovieDb.org

Notes
The Woodstock film has two notable versions: the original theatrical release from 1970, which runs for 184 minutes, and the Director's Cut released in 1994, which spans 225 minutes. Here are the key differences between the two:

Content and Footage
Additional Performances: The Director's Cut includes more footage of performances that were not in the original theatrical release. This includes notable acts like Janis Joplin, Canned Heat, Jefferson Airplane, and others, which enhances the overall musical experience of the film.

Extended Scenes: The Director's Cut features extended versions of certain performances, providing a more comprehensive view of the festival and its artists. This includes additional songs and moments that contribute to the narrative of the event.

Ending Sequence: The Director's Cut concludes with a poignant scene featuring the Vietnam War memorial, accompanied by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young's "Find the Cost of Freedom," which adds a reflective element not present in the theatrical version.

Technical Aspects
Sound Quality: The 1994 release benefits from remixed Dolby SR-D sound, which enhances the audio experience compared to the original version.

Overall Length: The Director's Cut is longer by 41 minutes, allowing for a more detailed exploration of the festival and its cultural significance.
In summary, the Director's Cut of Woodstock offers a richer and more immersive experience, featuring additional performances, extended scenes, and improved sound quality, while the original theatrical release is more concise and focused on the highlights of the festival.

The song titles featured in the two versions of the Woodstock film differ significantly due to the additional footage included in the Director's Cut released in 1994. Below is a comparison of the song titles from both versions.

1970 Theatrical Release (184 minutes)
Richie Havens - "Freedom"
Joan Baez - "I Live One Day at a Time"
Country Joe McDonald - "Flying High"
Country Joe & The Fish - "Not So Sweet Martha Lorraine"
Santana - "Evil Ways"
Canned Heat - "Going Up the Country"
The Who - "My Generation"
Jefferson Airplane - "Somebody to Love"
Janis Joplin - "Work Me, Lord"
Sly and the Family Stone - "Dance to the Music"
Creedence Clearwater Revival - "Bad Moon Rising"
Jimi Hendrix - "The Star-Spangled Banner"

1994 Director's Cut (225 minutes)
In addition to the songs from the theatrical release, the Director's Cut includes:
Janis Joplin - "Get It While You Can"
Jefferson Airplane - "Won't You Try" and "Uncle Sam's Blues"
Canned Heat - "Leavin' This Town"
Jimi Hendrix - "Voodoo Chile"
Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young - "Find the Cost of Freedom" (featured in the closing sequence)

The Director's Cut provides a more extensive representation of the festival, showcasing additional performances and songs that contribute to the overall narrative of the event, making it a richer experience compared to the original theatrical version.

The setlists of the Woodstock film differ significantly between the 1970 theatrical release and the 1994 Director's Cut. Below are the main differences in the songs featured in each version.

1970 Theatrical Release Setlist (184 minutes)
Richie Havens - "Freedom"
Joan Baez - "I Live One Day at a Time"
Country Joe McDonald - "Flying High"
Country Joe & The Fish - "Not So Sweet Martha Lorraine"
Santana - "Evil Ways"
Canned Heat - "Going Up the Country"
The Who - "My Generation"
Jefferson Airplane - "Somebody to Love"
Janis Joplin - "Work Me, Lord"
Sly and the Family Stone - "Dance to the Music"
Creedence Clearwater Revival - "Bad Moon Rising"
Jimi Hendrix - "The Star-Spangled Banner"

1994 Director's Cut Setlist (225 minutes)
In addition to the songs from the theatrical release, the Director's Cut includes:
Janis Joplin - "Get It While You Can"
Jefferson Airplane - "Won't You Try" and "Uncle Sam's Blues"
Canned Heat - "Leavin' This Town"
Jimi Hendrix - "Voodoo Chile"
Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young - "Find the Cost of Freedom" (featured in the closing sequence)

Summary of Differences
The Director's Cut features additional performances from Janis Joplin, Canned Heat, and Jefferson Airplane, which were not included in the original theatrical release.
The Director's Cut also includes extended versions of certain songs and a more comprehensive representation of the festival, enhancing the overall musical experience.
These additions provide a richer context and showcase more of the diverse performances that took place during the original Woodstock festival.