Glenn Tilbrook: One for the Road (2004) User Reviews

A documentary well worth your time

[mjsubs · 8/10 · 9 May 2004]

This is an indie film with a limited release, so if you see it playing at a theater near you, JUMP at the chance to see it.

Amy Pickard elicits insightful comments from Glenn Tilbrook about his life and work. It is a fun movie, not one that explores the "deep dark excesses of rock n'roll". Rather, it is chock full of great concert footage and good times. Even if you haven't a clue as to Glenn's contribution to modern music, it is well worth your time to see this film.

I found the film to be very entertaining - there are plenty of opportunities to laugh, and it was hard to suppress the urge to sing along during the footage of him on stage.

Fun flick captures life on the road!

[corina-4 · 8/10 · 2 May 2004]

One For The Road is a fun, music-filled romp across the country in an RV with British singer/songwriter Glenn Tilbrook, formerly of Squeeze. Going behind the scenes, we travel with him through his many ups and downs while touring solo in America. Highlights include live footage of the shows, and scenes which contrast with what we would normally associate with a rock lifestyle, such as the serenity of a beautiful, wooded campground. This is not the glamorous world of superstardom, but rather the reality of life as a working musician. Glenn rides out the many hitches he and his posse encounter with good humor and a charming wit. The movie soundtrack is entirely composed of Tilbrook's music (some Squeeze songs and some solo material), which is a big treat in itself. I really enjoyed this movie, and think it would make for great family viewing!

A "Must-see" movie for Squeeze fans

[Ed_in_SF · 6 May 2004]

Amy Pickard's `One For The Road' places you in the middle of Glenn Tilbrook's (formerly of Squeeze) world, and starting from his arrival at the airport from the UK, you quickly sense it's one constantly teetering out of control. You're right next to Glenn while he's driving his RV down the highway, and for fans like me, just the place you'd want to be. The travels with the crew was literally dizzying at times -- hand-held camera action at its extreme, capturing Glenn's interaction with his traveling crew, the fans, and campground neighbors, all captured on the fly. But a few moments of sweat was all it cost to watch this fascinating tour tale.

I was amazed to see Glenn's `roll with the punches' attitude through all the mechanical and logistical problems, and realizing that he traveled from gig to gig in the past via luxury tour bus or plane even made it more astounding. I kept looking for some sign of a letdown in Glenn's face or spirit, but either Amy edited these moments out, or Glenn truly has the patience of a priest.

OFTR let me catch a different glimpse of someone whose music I've been a fan of for over 20 years, and helped me get a good idea of why he does what he does, and what will drive him to do it probably all his life. For someone who may not be a die-hard Squeeze fan, you can still come away with the impression of a devoted musician doing what he likes doing, just for the love of it. How Glenn's attitude shines through tough times on the road, always looking forward with optimism, is something I was impressed to see; you realize this guy really is "one for the road".

I wish the movie could have shown more details of the tour, and I'm always dying for more concert footage, but in the end, OFTR makes you want to watch more of the Glenn's adventures.

Ed

Short and Sweet

[tboynes · 10/10 · 11 May 2004]

Got to see the movie at the Trenton Film Festival and I am happy I did. The movie was obviously an easy watch for a Squeeze/Glenn Tilbrook fan but I would be certain that a non fan would be just as entertained by this movie. It is not too heavily focused on his music, Glenn's sense of humor shines through. There is more to this movie than just Glenn Tilbrook the musician. I think the way that Amy used the music clips to show Glenn's interaction with and interest in his audience was terrific. I would love to see this movie open on 3,000 screens across America but reality sets in and I think maybe one day it could get bought by HBO or VH-1.