The Cure - Trilogy

Starring:Jason Cooper (III), Robert Smith (III), Simon Gallup, Roger O'Donnell, Perry Bamonte, The Cure
Director: Nick Wickham
Studio: Eagle Vision USA
Product Type: DVD

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An ambitious yet practical idea, Trilogy underscores the tonal and lyrical connections between three of the Cure's darkest albums in the last 20 years. The restless, ever-changing band, fronted by goth-gloomster Robert Smith, took up residence at the Tempodrom Berlin for a couple of nights in late 2002 for the express purpose of playing the group's 1982 Pornography, 1989's Disintegration, and 2000's Bloodflowers live and in their entirety. Whether it was a good idea or not depends on one's point of view. All three sets are long on droning, funereal rhythm sections, thick guitar lines that carry good pop melodies to overstylized destruction, and Smith's own cracked, morose vocals. On the other hand, fine distinctions emerge: The Disintegration portion of the show is lightest on its feet, with lush orchestration on "Plainsong," a hint of swing on "Lovesong," and cinematic tendencies in the stirring "The Same Deep Water as You." The rest of the concert is numbing. --Tom Keogh

Customer Reviews:

dvd: the cure-trilogy.......2007-02-26

there is no Cure fan that should be without this. UNBELIEVABLE!!! the only thing that might trip some folks up (as it did me) is the fact that the albums are played in order, and therefore you might find it hard to make it past the first set! (just like me. "pornography" is my favorite Cure record to begin with, and the versions of no less than EVERY SINGLE SONG from that album are wonderful, man.)

i hate to admit it, but honestly, i so far have not seen all of the second and/or third sets. (second set through "fascination street", and only "watching me fall" from "bloodflowers", but all mentioned are AWESOME!)

that being said, i'd STILL call this DVD a must-have for long-time Cure fans, but also, i'd suggest this as a great Point A for anyone that might be interested in getting into the band, as you'll immidiately have three of their most famous and popular records for the price of barely more than one of the albums individually. (and considerably less than any of the recent re-issues.)

also, the re-creation of these songs (with the exception of "lullaby", which i prefer live) is so true that it really will give you a SUPERB idea of whether or not you might like to hear more of these fellows.

in short, worth every dime for the first set ALONE! enjoy!

One of the best live albums, ever!.......2006-10-31

This DVD set is a great collection for any Cure fan, including those who are just learning about the band. All three albums are fantastic, and as one of the reviewers mentioned, the sound quality is excellent and is arguably better than the originals, even when I am using my "1999 bottom-of-the line" speakers that I bought as a student.

It is interesting how well all these albums have stood the test of time, although the Bloodflowers isn't that old, I suppose. I highly recommend this DVD.

The Cure For Missing The Cure.......2006-06-10

Ever want to see "The Cure"? Or maybe you have seen them and miss them so much. No matter, if you miss the cure and have seen them or are a seasoned fan waiting to see them live soon this is the DVD to have. Trilogy links 3 albums. Pornography, disintigration, and Bloodflowers. I don't understand how they go together but, the DVDs are outstanding. Filmed in Berlin because, we all know Germany has the most Dark music fans in the world.

Although some might argue the disc isn't filmed well because there are not alot of visuals we have to remember it is the music and live performance we're after. The Cure do normally use more visuals than what are used in the making of the dvd but, we are not buying it to see a circus. This is the Cure. Enjoy them for what they are worth. If you like visuals it shouldn't matter what band you go to see...

Who would I suggest this too..... Serious Cure fans. Especially with the low price. You can't beat amazons price for the brand new DVD since it was orginally selling twice the price. Thank god music video prices dropped. I feel like I've stolen this product... Regardless this is not an action film but a great way to remember the live cure sound and see the cure over and over again for the worlds best price. A+ This DVD is a must.

As for content.... 3CDs played in Full back to back. I don't know if it's ever been done. but the cure did it so lovely!

Absolutely top-notch music dvd, may turn a casual fan into a groupie.......2005-12-11

I bought this DVD about 6 months ago...

I gotta tell you, this has to be the most outstanding music DVD I've ever seen. Production-wise it beats out everything in my musical a/v arsenal including the Tribute to George Harrison and The Eagles (Hell Freezes Over).

I'm watching it again right now, and I just can't take my eyes off it for more than a few seconds. The colors, the camera work, the editing, the music, it's great. My neighbors are probably calling the cops on me right now because the noise is so loud. I don't care.

If you like The Cure and don't own this, buy it.

Excellent show.......2005-09-26

This is probably my second favourite DVD beside Roger Water's In The Flesh.
Very entertaining, well done show with great setlist, picture quality and sounding. If you are a real Cure fan, you just simply cannot go wrong with this purchase.
The biggest suprise was for me the Bloodflowers set. While I consider Disintegration a better album overall, I enjoyed the Bloodflowers set the most. And the Pornography set the least.
All the musicians give an outstanding performance, may be except Perry. His guitar playing just seems to be average. Simon is great on the bass as always, Roger is confidently playing and true to the album versions, Jason "drums like a dream" (RS). And of course, Robert's voice and guitars are excellent.
It would be good to see The Head On The Door, Kiss Me and Wish albums on another trilogy tour - but it's just a wish, I know.
Still, here is this concert that will please every Cure fan out there. This show is better alone than previous Cure concerts all together.

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