Shake! Otis at Monterey (1987)

Plot

D.A. Pennebaker's acclaimed documentary spotlights Otis Redding's electrifying performance at the Monterey International Pop Festival in June 1967. Introduced by comedian Tom Smothers, Redding captivates a departing audience with his passionate rendition of "Shake." The setlist features iconic tracks like "Respect," "I've Been Loving You Too Long," "Satisfaction," and "Try a Little Tenderness." Just six months later, tragedy strikes with Redding's untimely death in a plane crash. An innovative figure in documentary filmmaking since the 1950s, Pennebaker was later nominated for an Oscar for his work on The War Room, showcasing political campaigns and cultural icons.