http://www.viewpoints.com/T-Rex-Born-to-Boogie-reviews Wed, 31 Dec 2008 08:31:55 GMT Latest reviews about T. Rex: Born to Boogie http://www.viewpoints.com/T-Rex-Born-to-Boogie-review-5cde5 <p>Ringo Starr was not just the Beatles' drummer, nor was he just an actor (<em>The Magic Christian, That'll Be the Day</em>), he was also a director, making his debut with 1967's <em>Magical Mystery Tour</em>. If that film is his <em>Citizen Kane</em>, then <em>Born to Boogie</em> is his <em>Magnificent Ambersons</em>. </p><p>The 1972 concert film documents the phenomenon known as "T. Rextasy," an early '70s variation on Beatlemania that swept Britain and made Marc Bolan a rock star. Known primarily in the US for the hits "Get It On (Bang a Gong)" and "Jeepster," T. Rex had a great run from '70 to '73, racking up a series of number ones in the UK. </p><p>T. Rex was so huge in England that the band accounted for a quarter of all records sold in 1972, and was able to headline the 70,000-capacity Wembley Stadium and sell out two shows. Both shows are presented on this deluxe double-DVD, which has been restored by a crack team including original T. Rex producer Tony Visconti (the original footage sat mouldering  in Ringo's basement for over 30 years),...</p>... Wed, 31 Dec 2008 08:31:55 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/T-Rex-Born-to-Boogie-review-5cde5 jmdobies 4