Taking Woodstock

The story of Elliot Tiber and his family, who inadvertently played a pivotal role in making the famed Woodstock Music and Arts Festival into the happening that it was. When Elliot hears that a neighboring town has pulled the permit on a hippie music festival, he calls the producers thinking he could drum up some much-needed business for his parents' run-down motel. Three weeks later, half a million people are on their way to his neighbor’s farm in White Lake, New York, and Elliot finds himself swept up in a generation-defining experience that would change his life–and American culture–forever.

Tagline

“A generation began in his backyard.”

Release Status

Released

Genres

Music, Comedy, Drama

Director

Ang Lee

Original Language

EN

What is Taking Woodstock about?

The story of Elliot Tiber and his family, who inadvertently played a pivotal role in making the famed Woodstock Music and Arts Festival into the happening that it was. When Elliot hears that a neighboring town has pulled the permit on a hippie music festival, he calls the producers thinking he could drum up some much-needed business for his parents' run-down motel. Three weeks later, half a million people are on their way to his neighbor’s farm in White Lake, New York, and Elliot finds himself swept up in a generation-defining experience that would change his life–and American culture–forever.

Who directed Taking Woodstock?

Taking Woodstock was directed by Ang Lee.

When was Taking Woodstock released?

Taking Woodstock was released on August 26, 2009.

How long is Taking Woodstock?

Taking Woodstock has a runtime of 2h 0m.

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