Question 1

What crucial evidence from concert footage led to Alan Passaro's acquittal in the Altamont stabbing case?

Accepted Answer

Closer examination of footage showed Meredith Hunter had pulled a gun before Passaro pulled his knife, with the weapon's outline visible as Hunter brandished it in front of a woman in a white shirt. Passaro was acquitted on grounds of self-defense.

Question 2

Which future filmmaking legend's camera jammed while shooting at the Altamont concert?

Accepted Answer

George Lucas was one of the cameramen at the concert, but his camera jammed after shooting about 100 feet of film, and none of it made the final product.

Question 3

Which major bands performed at Altamont but don't appear in the film?

Accepted Answer

Crosby Stills Nash & Young and Santana appeared at Altamont but did not appear in the film. Grateful Dead was scheduled to perform but backed out after hearing what had happened earlier in the day.

Question 4

What historical significance does the Altamont concert represent according to the film's synopsis?

Accepted Answer

The Altamont concert marked the end of an era, as the generation of peace and love suddenly became the generation of disillusionment.

Question 5

Which international film festivals has 'Gimme Shelter' been featured in?

Accepted Answer

The film has been featured at Mar del Plata International Film Festival (2002), Berlin International Film Festival (2001), Stockholm International Film Festival (2001), IndieLisboa International Independent Film Festival (2020), and Karlovy Vary International Film Festival (2004).

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