\u2018Don’t Go Gentle: A Film About IDLES\u2019\u00a0is coming to Blu-ray, DVD, and digital platforms\u00a0on August 6th. It\u2019s a 75 minute feature film about finding strength in vulnerability. It journeys through the critically acclaimed Bristol band\u2019s determination, friendship and adversity as they fight for a place in a divided socio-political environment, unexpectedly inspiring and unifying an international community along the way.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The film, which was directed by\u00a0Mark Archer\u00a0and received 4 star reviews in\u00a0NME\u00a0and\u00a0<\/a>Time Out London<\/a>, will be screening across the UK and Ireland starting\u00a0July 2nd. It\u00a0will then be widely available on Blu-ray, DVD, and VOD\u00a0on August 6th.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2018Don\u2019t Go Gentle\u2019\u00a0captures the 10 year journey of IDLES\u2019 struggle, grief and resolve. Exploring their vulnerabilities through their experience, lyrics and sound, we learn the reasons why these five individuals have connected with legions of people across the world. We see just how that relationship unfolds in the most courageous and positive of human ways.
In a time when the ground is shifting beneath our feet, where open communication and truthful reflection are more vital than ever, we journey with lead singer\u00a0Joe Talbot\u00a0and the band as they tear across stages, knocking down stereotypes, empowering fans to talk about mental health and the realities we may not feel comfortable to speak about. Watch the trailer via YouTube below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n