Like A Rolling Stone: The Life & Times of Ben Fong-Torres (2021)

Name: Like A Rolling Stone: The Life & Times of Ben Fong-Torres
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2021
Duration: 102 min
Cast: Ben Fong-Torres, Jann Wenner, Quincy Jones, Carlos Santana, Elton John

1h 42m United States of America

Documentary

Plot

Suzanne Joe Kai's insightful documentary delves into the life of Ben Fong-Torres, a pivotal figure at Rolling Stone who shaped the cultural landscape of the 1960s and 70s. Through personal anecdotes and interviews, the film captures Fong-Torres's journey as a writer and editor, highlighting his influence on music journalism and popular culture during a transformative era. By blending archival footage with contemporary reflections, the documentary paints a vivid portrait of a man whose work resonated deeply with the pulse of a generation.

Cast

Ben Fong-Torres Jann Wenner Quincy Jones Carlos Santana Elton John Cameron Crowe Steve Martin Chuck Berry Ray Charles Bob Dylan Mick Jagger Paul McCartney George Harrison Jerry Lee Lewis Tina Turner