Depeche Mode - Devotional

Depeche Mode - Devotional
by Anton Corbijn

List Price: ~~$24.98~~
Our Price: $16.88
You Save: $8.10 (32%)
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Buy Used: from $14.95 (click here)
Category: DVD
See more DVD details

Buy this DVD movie at online store in your country
Canada

DVD details

Actor: Alan Wilder, Andrew Fletcher, David Gahan, Hildia Campbell, Martin Gore
Director: Anton Corbijn
Brand: Warner Brothers
Cinematographer: Steven Chivers
Editor: Graham Brennan
Producer: Daniel Miller
Producer: Richard Bell
Producer: Verity White
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Original Language)
Format: Color, DVD, Enhanced, NTSC
Picture Format: 1.33:1
Running Time: 206 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2004-09-21
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Studio: Warner Strat. Mkt.

DVD Reviews of Depeche Mode - Devotional

DVD Review: This DVD sucks.
Summary: 1 Stars

I find it difficult to understand the nearly unanimous enthusiasm for this music and production. I've always liked Depeche Mode, in a casual way. I liked Kraftwerk more back when they both were pioneers. I thought a Depeche Mode DVD would be a good addition to my other music DVD's and a nice one to have when Blondie, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Offspring, and the like just didn't fit the bill. I based this choice somewhat on reviews I read here. I was a little apprehensive from the start of anything titled, "Devotional", and as it seems now, rightfully so.

Most all of the songs start with promise, musically appearing to be developing a theme and a direction, then almost universally sputtering out, going nowhere of compelling interest and the lyrics are most effective when most sparse it seems. I couldn't make myself finish most of the pieces while anxiously hoping the next would be better. On the first disc there was just one track I liked; the lyrics of which consisted of five words, three of which I could never decipher though ultimately mattering little.

The production, stage designs, and lighting were reminiscent of Cirque du Soleil to me, and the boxes with translucent back lit screens containing various things seemed like a rip-off of Stop Making Sense, which this pompously ceremonious fluff should not dare be mentioned in the same breath with. To me it all felt stilted and over done. When the songs start getting word heavy in a clumsy attempt to advance the whole devotional theme I find myself desperately looking for the exit, which luckily is just one click away on the remote control.

It all seems like a caricature of what it could have been.

I felt it my duty to add this dissenting, minority opinion, and wonder why my reaction to it all is so at odds with so many reviewers. It may work well for devoted fans, but it didn't work for me. Slick production values in all aspects, including the DVD box. Lots of style, not much life. I probably shouldn't have written this without even viewing DISC 2, but..I just couldn't do it!

DVD Review: Dark and Strange
Summary: 2 Stars

Fan of the band, saw them live, and enjoy a great deal of their music, but just not a fan of this show or DVD.

DVD Review: One of the best I own!
Summary: 4 Stars

I normally don't write reviews, but I felt compelled to add my thoughts on this one. The concert is OUTSTANDING; the visuals, performance and sound are all incredible. I disagree that the DVD conversion is overly grainy, but I'll admit I've never seen the VHS so I have no frame of reference. As mentioned by someone else in this thread, Dave Gahan sure seems high on something... but, hey, it's rock n roll right? Besides, I think it's hard to deny that he spends an hour and a half absolutely tearing up the stage (and since I had a pint or two in me as I watched, who am I to judge?)!

I had originally "dinged" this DVD one star because of audio/video sync issues... I stand corrected! Sadly, I apparently can't add the other star as I sit here and retract my original complaint : ( The real problem was with my optical audio and HDMI setup. I have no sync issues when the configuration is changed. I'll have to learn how to adjust the delay settings on my receiver.

Even if you're not really crazy about Depeche Mode (I really wasn't until I saw a couple of their concerts), this concert is awesome. Tons of energy, great sound, and loads of charisma. If you dig watching concerts, this one is for you.

DVD Review: An extraordinary Concert
Summary: 5 Stars

This is one of the best Depeche Mode's video concert, all the songs are great and Anton Corbijn was excelent as director.

DVD Review: Just Okay, NOT the best DVD of DM
Summary: 2 Stars

I am a big fan of depeche mode and i love their music.
I also respect anton corbin and his work. BUT.
This video is not the best I have ever seen. Yes, I said it.

PROS
-The stage was well designed and the backdrop tv screens were very creative.

CONS
-But this video was not that exciting because it was too long
-They showed the crowd way too much. If you like to watch people screaming for hours while you wonder what is happening onstage, then this is the video for you.
There also wasnt enough of dm being interviewed.

CONCLUSION
I have the other two depeche mode dvds called "DM the Videos 86>98" and "Depeche Mode-One night in Paris" and they are both really exciting and well done.

Description of Depeche Mode - Devotional

First time on DVD! Filmed on Depeche Mode's triumphant tour in 1993, DEVOTIONAL showcases the band at its most raw and energetic, and the rock star antics of captivating lead singer, Dave Gahan. The two-level stage set, video images, and film projections were conceived by top rock photographer Anton Corbijn and lighting designer Patrick Woodroffe. Drawing heavily from the Songs Of Faith And Deviotion album, the tour featured such Depeche classics as Walking In My Shoes, Behind The Wheel, Personal Jesus, and Enjoy The Silence.

Music & Musicals DVDs

DVD Video

Bestsellers in Music & Musicals DVDs

Billy Elliot
BELL,JAMIE; Release date: 2001-04-17; DVD
Best price: $7.14
Price in other shops: ~~$14.98~~

Oliver!
LESTER,MARK; Release date: 1998-08-12; DVD
Best price: $7.81
Price in other shops: ~~$12.99~~

Pink Floyd - The Wall 25th Anniversary (Deluxe Edition)
CMV; Release date: 2005-01-25; DVD
Best price: $12.86
Price in other shops: ~~$17.98~~

The Rocky Horror Picture Show (Widescreen Edition)
TCFHE; Release date: 2002-09-03; DVD
Best price: $6.50
Price in other shops: ~~$14.98~~

Joyeux Noel (Widescreen)
GANET,GUILLAUME; Release date: 2006-11-14; DVD
Best price: $7.04
Price in other shops: ~~$14.94~~

Help!
EMD; Release date: 2007-11-06; DVD
Best price: $17.99
Price in other shops: ~~$29.98~~

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
OSMOND,DONNY; Release date: 2000-03-28; DVD
Best price: $13.66
Price in other shops: ~~$19.98~~

A Hard Day's Night
BUENA VISTA HOME VIDEO; Release date: 2002-09-24; DVD
Best price: $9.54
Price in other shops: ~~$14.99~~

Once
TCFHE; Release date: 2007-12-18; DVD
Best price: $6.73
Price in other shops: ~~$14.98~~

Scrooge
FINNEY,ALBERT; Release date: 2003-09-23; DVD
Best price: $8.79
Price in other shops: ~~$14.98~~

Similar DVDs, VHS Video, Audio CDs

Depeche Mode - Ultra
DEPECHE MODE; Release date: 1997-04-15; Published: 1997; Music CD
Best price: $4.99
Price in other shops: ~~$7.98~~

Depeche Mode - Songs of Faith and Devotion
DEPECHE MODE; Release date: 1993-03-23; Published: 1993; Music CD
Best price: $2.25
Price in other shops: ~~$7.98~~

Depeche Mode - Sounds of the Universe Deluxe Box Set (3 CDs/ DVD/ 2 Books)
Release date: 2009-04-21; Music CD
Best price: $50.95
Price in other shops: ~~$99.98~~

The Dark Progression Unauthorized
Release date: 2009-06-16; DVD
Best price: $11.11
Price in other shops: ~~$19.95~~

Depeche Mode - Touring the Angel: Live in Milan
Dig; Release date: 2006-09-26; Music CD
Best price: $12.99
Price in other shops: ~~$24.98~~

Stripped: Depeche Mode
by Miller, Johnathan
Music Sales; Published: 2008-09-01; Paperback; Book
Best price: $14.35
Price in other shops: ~~$22.95~~

Depeche Mode - Videos 86>98 +
Warner Brothers; Release date: 2002-11-26; DVD
Best price: $21.04
Price in other shops: ~~$29.98~~

Touring the Angel: Live in Milan
DEPECHE MODE; Release date: 2006-09-26; DVD
Best price: $13.50
Price in other shops: ~~$19.98~~

Depeche Mode - One Night in Paris (The Exciter Tour 2001)
Universal Studios; Release date: 2002-05-28; DVD
Best price: $18.86
Price in other shops: ~~$24.98~~