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Peter Jackson, best known for directing the Lord of the Rings trilogy, has directed a music video for The Beatles’ last song, “Now and Then.” The video premiered on Friday, November 3, at 1pm GMT / 9am EDT / 6am PDT on The Beatles’ YouTube channel.
The video is described as “poignant and humorous” and “invites viewers to celebrate The Beatles’ timeless and enduring love for one another with John, Paul, George and Ringo as they create the last Beatles song.”
The video features rare and unseen footage of The Beatles, including footage from the 1995 recording sessions for “Now and Then,” home movie footage, and the earliest known film of The Beatles performing in their leather suits.
Jackson said that he was reluctant to direct the video at first because he was worried about living up to the expectations of Beatles fans. However, he was persuaded to take on the project after he saw the footage that was available.
“I realized that if I could make a short movie that was worthy of this beautiful song, then it would be a great honor,” Jackson said.
The video’s global premiere follows the worldwide release of The Beatles’ “Now And Then”/”Love Me Do” double A-side single. “Now and Then” was written and sung by John Lennon, developed and worked on by Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr, and now finally finished by Paul and Ringo over four decades later. The double A-side single pairs the last Beatles song with the first: the band’s 1962 debut UK single, “Love Me Do.”
The release features original cover art by renowned artist Ed Ruscha.
Peter Jackson on Directing the Music Video
Peter Jackson initially hesitated to direct the music video, feeling the weight of responsibility for creating a fitting tribute to The Beatles’ final song. However, after receiving encouragement from The Beatles and discovering a wealth of unseen footage, Jackson embraced the challenge.
“I realized we needed the imagination of every viewer to do what we couldn’t, and have each viewer create their own personal moment of farewell to The Beatles,” Jackson said.
The resulting music video is a heartfelt and humorous journey through The Beatles’ history, from their early days in Liverpool to their final recording sessions.
“Now And Then”/“Love Me Do” Double A-Side Single
The music video’s global premiere follows today’s worldwide release of The Beatles’ “Now And Then”/“Love Me Do” double A-side single. “Now And Then” was written and sung by John Lennon, developed and worked on by Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr, and now finally finished by Paul and Ringo over four decades later. The double A-side single pairs the last Beatles song with the first: the band’s 1962 debut UK single, “Love Me Do,” a truly fitting full-circle counterpart to “Now And Then.” Both songs are mixed in stereo and Dolby Atmos®, and the release features original cover art by renowned artist Ed Ruscha.
About The Beatles
The Beatles are the most influential and popular band in music history. They have sold over 600 million records worldwide and have won 10 Grammy Awards. Their music has been covered by countless artists and has been featured in countless films and television shows. The Beatles are a true cultural phenomenon and their music continues to inspire and entertain people of all ages.
About Peter Jackson
Peter Jackson is an Academy Award-winning filmmaker best known for his work on the Lord of the Rings trilogy. He is also a passionate Beatles fan and has directed several documentaries about the band, including The Beatles: Get Back. Jackson is a master storyteller and his work on the “Now And Then” music video is a fitting tribute to The Beatles’ legacy.
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