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Metallica - S & M with the San Francisco Symphony |  | Actors: James Hetfield, Lars Ulrich, Kirk Hammett, Jason Newsted, Michael Kamen
Studio: Elektra/Asylum
Category: DVD
List Price: $29.99
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Rating:  173 reviews
Sales Rank: 7542
Format: Color, Dolby, DVD, NTSC, Digital Sound
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: Unrated
Region: 1
Discs: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
DVD Layers: 1
DVD Sides: 1
Number Of Items: 1
Running Time: 191 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.3
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5.4 x 0.6
MPN: WMVD40218D
UPC: 085364021823
EAN: 0085364021823
ASIN: B00002ZMNV
Theatrical Release Date: 1999
Release Date: June 20, 2000
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There's little doubt that this two-volume concert and documentary package will appeal to die-hard Metallica lovers--given its more than three-hour length (two and a half for the concert segment alone), the band's predominantly white male fan base (repeatedly addressed as "man" by singer-guitarist James Hetfield) will be--in fact already are--ecstatic. But one wonders, especially given the erratic history of rock-cum-orchestra experiments, whether S&M will win Metallica any new aficionados. The fact is that the presence of the San Francisco Symphony Orchestra, conducted by composer Michael Kamen, adds texture but not much else of significance to the Metallica sound. The band is so loud that it tends to overwhelm even a 100-plus member orchestra; what's more, Metallica's crunching, fist-pumping, riff-laden metal music lends itself less to genuine orchestral adornment than to superfluous bombast. And while the sound quality is excellent, it's still basically just a filmed concert, with little in the way of additional visual interest. Still, there are some cool moments, and all involved are clearly having a great time. There are also two new Metallica songs, "No Leaf Clover" and "Minus Human." (Note: also available is an edited version, sold at a slightly lower price, which corresponds to the popular PBS broadcast. The longer version carries an explicit content advisory label, due to much casual profanity, especially in the "making of" documentary.) --Sam Graham
Product Description
DID YOU HEAR THE ONE ABOUT THE ROCK BAND THAT WANTED TO PLAY WITH A SYMPHONY? METALLICA, NEVER RESTING, NEVER CEASING TO INNOVATE OR AMAZE, RETURNS WITH AN EXTRAORDINARY DOCUMENT OF THEIR CONCERT WITH THE SAN FRANCISCO SYMPHONY.
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 Evident mutual respect July 31, 2010
S-a-m
Even if one is not a Metallica fan, the power and rage of Metallica and their music is undeniable. The San Francisco Symphony, with Michael Kamen as the conductor, is regarded as one of the best orchestras in the world. One would think that these musicians are disparities and would never cross path. "How can a thrash metal band sound remotely decent with an orchestra?" One would ask. Well, Metallica, Michael Kamen, and the San Francisco Symphony orchestra did it; and it was a masterpiece.
From the second Metallica walked onto the stage, the mutual respect between these true musicians was evident. Opening with The Ecstasy of Gold, drifting to The Call of Ktulu, then to the wrathful Master of Puppets, everyone in the stadium was ecstatic. The unexpected harmony was largely due to the conductor, Michael Kamen. The orchestra definitely volumed up, to the classic songs of Metallica (such as Of Wolf and Man and Devil's Dance).
Two of my favorites that I found to be especially dark and heavy were - Human and One. In my opinion, I think the music of Metallica and the Symphony blended perfectly in these two songs. All the audience were standing from their seats while the band and the Orchestra were making their music. Dark, raw, and astonishing......
S & M is a masterpiece.
Awesome! May 30, 2010
Gary Peterson (San Diego, California USA)
I've always liked Metallica. I remember when they came up through the Los Angeles and then San Francisco heavy metal music scenes. They were something of an outrage, of course, but an attractive outrage. I also found their MTV videos compelling viewing, back in the days when MTV was all videos. Real good band, albeit somewhat turbulent. Excellent and non-compromising. Very distinct signature sound.
Well, some years ago I read about Metallica producing a concert in conjunction with the San Francisco Symphony Orchestra. Heavy Metal with a symphony orchestra? Who ever thought this one up? Well, I finally got around to ordering the video. My wife and I viewed it a couple nights ago. It's a two-disc DVD and we viewed it on two nights. Outstanding! Absolutely stunning! It's one of the best rock-concert videos I've ever viewed. Both the audience and the atmosphere is totally unlike any symphony concert I've ever attended, that's for sure. Basically, it's a greatest hits album with a couple new songs added. Both the San Francisco Symphony Orchestra and Metallica were really up for this one and the audience loved it. It's a strange mixture of musical styles, but it works and makes for compelling viewing and listening. Who knows? Maybe this will be one of America's greatest contributions to classical music. Awesome!
Gary Peterson
 Good April 5, 2010
Gaby U (Texas)
If you like metallica and you don't have this DVD you definitely should, It's really good
two songs make rock music ecstasy March 13, 2010
revrev (Baltimore, MD United States)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Orchestral accompaniment to rock, as the amazon review suggests, usually results in more misses than hits. One of my great disappointments was that the music of the Moody Blues, which you might think would be ideally suited for orchestral accompaniment, sounded only more maudlin with a 40-piece orchestra. Orchestral Yes didn't match expectations. The only examples I know of that really worked were Procol Harum Live with the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra and two albums by a somewhat obscure british prog rock group, Renaissance - Turn of the Cards, and Sheherazade.
So my expectations were low when I put on Metallica S&M, especially given that heavy metal seemed like it would be far less conducive to a good orchestral collaboration than the aforementioned prog rock bands. Surprise!!! It works. Certainly not on every song, but there are enough cuts that benefit from orchestral layering to reward repeat listening. Standouts include "No Clover Leaf," "One," and "Enter Sandman."
However, what really makes this compilation a truly unique find are just two songs: "Bleeding Me" and "Outlaw Torn." On these two gems, the power of rock and the artistry of the orchestra come together to create a musical ecstasy that is damn near orgasmic. You just want to put these songs on, turn up the volume, grab your favorite beer, and let the music wash over you through every pore of your body.
I bought this CD about 8 years ago and it has withstood the test of time. For me, this version of "Outlaw torn" is the most powerful 8 minutes of music ever recorded on this planet.
how do they keep doing it... February 21, 2010
Leif A. Ostgard (Columbia SC)
Everything Metallica touches turns to gold and rocks...this included. Songs like Fuel and Battery...awesome. Too bad no Creeping Death and too much crap from Reload.
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