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Movie poster: Happy Birthday to John (1997)
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Happy Birthday to John

1997 · 24 min Documentary Music
4.8 / 10 · TMDB

On October 9, 1972, the Everson Museum of Art in Syracuse hosted an exhibition of John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s work, designed by Fluxus artist George Maciunas. That same day, friends including Ringo Starr, Allen Ginsberg, and Paul Krassner gathered to celebrate Lennon’s birthday. Jonas Mekas’s film records the event in both image and sound, capturing the spirit of the moment and the community around Lennon and Ono.

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📋 Film Details

Year 1997
Country United States of America
Genre Documentary, Music
Director Jonas Mekas
Runtime 24 min.
Rating TMDB: 4.8/10 (8 votes)

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Happy Birthday to John is an acquired taste at 4.8/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.

Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.

A classic from 1997. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.

— MovieFinder Editorial

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