Product Description Kiefer Sutherland, star of the hit TV show "24" takes his indie record label act, Rocco DeLuca & the Burden on the road for their first international tour. From Los Angeles to Europe, this highly personal journey chronicles a rock band & their less than qualified road manager, Kiefer Sutherland, and the hopes, successes and disappointments of a band trying to get their music to their audience. .com It's too bad Jack Bauer was busy solving an international terrorist crisis. As seen with unflinching eyes in this wickedly entertaining documentary, Kiefer Sutherland could have used the organizational powers of his 24-star alter-ego to help him with his duties as road manager of a burgeoning rock band. Sutherland is exposed as steadfast devotee of Rocco DeLuca & The Burden as he tries his best to manage the details of the band's brief winter, 2005 tour of Europe. In addition to his career as a famous actor, Sutherland is also co-founder of the indie record label Ironworks Music, and as I Trust You to Kill Me proves, he's clearly the #1 fan of Ironworks' up-and-comers Rocco DeLuca & The Burden. The band's tour of small clubs took them to London, Dublin, Reykjavík, Berlin, and points in between. Director Manu Boyer lets his camera linger over the best and worst of it all. Some of the worst is of Sutherland as he ineptly (but utterly sincerely) tries to pump the band up at every opportunity, whether it's doing radio promos, hauling heavy amps into a London nightclub in the freezing cold, or slyly handing out tickets in Dublin pubs and street corners for an undersold show. It's hilarious to see him simultaneously exploiting and enjoying his celebrity status with passersby--some of whom know who he is, others only vaguely realizing that they ought to know who he is. Director Boyer also does some nosy prodding into Sutherland's private life, especially after he's hefted a few pints (the clip of Sutherland taking a drunken running dive into the Christmas tree in a posh London hotel was brief a YouTube smash after the film first aired on VH-1). We see the crawling-up end of the rock 'n' roll lifestyle from Sutherland's point of view and from the band's. Though it's certainly not the best rock concert movie, there is some terrific footage of The Burden performing their bloozy brand of rock behind DeLuca's raw wail. In spite of Sutherland's "help," the band may have a good chance at gaining a following. I Trust You to Kill Me (the title of The Burden's first album) documents both a personal journey for Kiefer Sutherland and a glimpse at the hardscrabble of a band clawing their way up. On both counts it's great fun and a terrific piece of rock 'n' roll entertainment. --Ted Fry
J**S
Great Documentary
Since I love Kiefer Sutherland, I got this for myself and I loved it. The only thing I must say is, if you're going to get this DVD, make sure that if you have kids, make sure that they are not around when you decide to watch this because there's a lot of foul language in the documentary. But other than that, it's a great documentary to watch.
B**D
It would've been five stars...
I absolutely loved this rock-u - it had me laughing for quite a while and made me a huge fan of Rocco Deluca & the Burden. They're a legit band - I'm driving three and a half hours to see them open up for someone next month. It takes you through the normal trials of an up-and-coming group (well, as normal as you can be with Kiefer Sutherland as your tour manager), the pub parties afterwards and then on to the hotel antics. Plus, there's a random person in a pink rabbit costume - come on, what's not to love about that?A bonus from this film was that, after a decade and a half of fearing Kiefer Sutherland for his role in The Lost Boys (my older brother forced me to watch it as a youngster and I was afraid of the dark for years to come), I can finally watch 24 without freaking out! It's basically his antics and whole-hearted efforts to get the band out there that make this movie worthwhile, but that's no slight to the Rocco and the boys. If you're a fan of theirs, you'll definitely enjoy all the live sets they show - they're phenomenal (no matter if people actually show up and dig the music or not). I wish they would release a soundtrack to this movie using the live sets from the venues.The only downside about it was the annoying filmmaker/directer, Manu Boyer (sp?). Some of his questions were just...random and didn't make a whole lot of sense/put people on the spot. I think that's reflected in some of the band members' and Kiefer Sutherland's responses because there are times when it's just so stilted it makes you cringe. Other than that, it's top quality and was a worthwhile purchase, but I got it when it was first released (I caught it on VH1 and had to have it for myself), so it was a little more pricey. The cost should've gone down by now, though, so I would highly recommend it.
K**Y
Worth the watch
I am a big Kiefer Southerland fan. This video is mostly about him, not the band. He is filmed continuously throughout regardless of his antics. It would have been nice to see more/better band footage. I don't think it shows Kiefer in a good way. He looks depressed, drunk, and lost through the entire film.
S**E
Must-See Band and Film
My hubby and I saw this movie when it debuted in New York City. And then we actually drove 14 hours to see it a second time in Atlanta, Ga. We were absolutely blown away by the band and the music. I'm not a huge fan of rock music, perse, but I LOVE this group. We saw them in concert in Atlanta and then again in Baltimore in November. We had the honor of meeting Rocco and Kiefer and found they're every bit as "down to earth" as they portray on the film.The film gives you a glimpse of the personal side of each of them. You get the history of how the band got going...and then you see them in action. It doesn't hide behind any glitz. You see the triumphs and frustrations. But that makes them tangible to all of us who wish we had the courage to follow our dreams like they did. Yes, Kiefer isn't the perfect band manager, but he tries hard and so loves and believes in this band that you fall in love with them alongside of him. His enthusiasm is contagious.A funny and touching story, following the band -- and their self-admittedly underprepared manager -- across the ocean on their first journey. VERY well done!!
R**T
Kiefer worth 5 stars, band 3 stars
Listen closely to Mr. Kiefer Sutherland's words and to what he does not speak outright. Watch his facial expressions. He tries hard to hide pain bubbling within him. With personal screen/TV success, Mr. K. Sutherland's inner turmoil has subsided, but will remain with him until he draws his last breath. Yes, if you care to, you will see this in "I trust You to Kill Me".Kiefer tries to stay in the background wherever he and 'the band' go. Excellent band musicians, but, Mr. K. Sutherland has endeared himself to fans worldwide, not just by his ability and developed skills, but by who he is inside his heart and spirit. The band leader/vocal seems to resent Kiefer's fan adulation.When Kiefer accidentally hurts himself as a child, Kiefer's father laughs. For a long time afterward, Kiefer deliberately hurts himself, hoping to entice 'accepting' laughter from his father. Ending credits notes the band fired Kiefer Sutherland. I have news for the band - and it isn't good.Kiefer will shine on, well past his sunset and he'll carry his Icelandic tattoo, 'I trust you to kill me', to the end.
R**E
Rocco DeLuca rather than Documentary
I first saw this documentary at the beginning of 2006, on British TV.Not being a particularly big Kiefer fan (beyond Lost Boys or Flat-liners) I was intrigued by the band "Rocco DeLuca and the Burden".It persuaded me to buy the album, which I loved. I then had the great honor of watching them play in Oxford (UK) in Sept. And I have just seen Rocco play solo acoustic in London (17th Dec).This documentary is a great introduction to a great band and a great artist, one who is likely to remain on the music scene for many, many years to come.I would recommend it to any who love live music, love a great voice, and love a good film.
T**M
Love it!
So fun to see Kiefer as kiefer. Love Rocco deluca, I’m a fan now.
D**A
Lets go on a concert tour
This movie is great, you feel you are traveling with Kiefer Sutherland and the band all the way there and back.Kiefer's ability to seem so reachable is awesome.The band has such a tremendous talent,it seems you are experiencing the beginning of an incredible futurefor this guys. Rocco DeLuca and The Burden totally rock.This movie is a most have. Not only because is suchan intimate time with Kiefer Sutherland, but it gives you an insightin what is like to be a rock band, if only for a few minutes at a time...Great movie/documentary/video...loved it!!
M**R
Best Rock Band - Best Actor
Really enjoyed watching this DVD recording some parts of the European tour with Rocco Deluca & the Burden, including Kiefer Sutherland as the tour manager. Brilliant piece of filming showing this very talented group showcasing to small audiences. Kiefer did reveal a lot of himself in this and I think all positive. He likes to have fun, and why not, He is so supportive of this band, quite rightly, as they are very talented. This is well worth buying if you have a DVD player that can play region 1 (multi player) The CD of this band. I Trust You to Kill Me is one of the best rock albums I have heard in a long while.
L**A
Great Behind-The-Scenes Look at promoting an indie band
I saw these guys on the BBC a number of years ago at some festival and was intrigued when I realised Kiefer Sutherland was their manager.This is a really good look at how hard it is to get momentum behind an indie band. At times tragic - Kiefer begging for people to come in and watch the gig or a throwaway line about losing things in hotel rooms that was actually quite telling "two wives, two lives..."Great music and some very funny moments - the now-famous Christmas tree incident, for example. A real gem of a documentary, really enjoyed this.
D**E
Jack Bauer : Behind the Music
This is a real documentary of two characters. Whether it's Kiefer Sutherland and the origins of his party lifestyle or the origins of Rocco DeLuca's sound and love of music this is a particularly funny and wonderfully scored film. A fan for 24 heads, Rocco DeLuca fans, Dobro guitar enthusiasts or general music lovers.
L**U
Five Stars
Excellent used on portable DVD player worked fine.
P**E
A different side to Kiefer.
I enjoyed it! It's great to see a different side of Kiefer. I discovered Rocco DeLuca and the Burden's music through this dvd and actually bought their CD because of it!
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