Abba, Bee Gees, Carpenters (2017)

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What do Abba, the Bee Gees and the Carpenters have in common? More than 800 million albums sold, non-stop hits. Despite this, the music press initially wrote disparagingly about them: Compared to rock, their sound was considered too slick, their outfits uncool. 40 years later, they are celebrated superstars. This two-part documentary, structured like a before-and-after report, tells the story of three bands who were initially despised for their music and performances, but today, decades later, are more than a cult.

Director: Nicolas Maupied
Genre: Documentary
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Production: ARTE, Program 33
Country: France
Language: English, Français, svenska
Original Language: fr
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Abba, Bee Gees, Carpenters about?
What do Abba, the Bee Gees and the Carpenters have in common? More than 800 million albums sold, non-stop hits. Despite this, the music press initially wrote disparagingly about them: Compared to rock, their sound was considered too slick, their outfits uncool. 40 years later, they are celebrated superstars. This two-part documentary, structured like a before-and-after report, tells the story of three bands who were initially despised for their music and performances, but today, decades later, are more than a cult.
Who directed Abba, Bee Gees, Carpenters?
Abba, Bee Gees, Carpenters was directed by Nicolas Maupied.
What genre is Abba, Bee Gees, Carpenters?
Abba, Bee Gees, Carpenters is a Documentary film.
Where was Abba, Bee Gees, Carpenters produced?
Abba, Bee Gees, Carpenters was produced in France.