About Shake!: Otis at Monterey

"Shake!: Otis at Monterey" is a 1987 documentary film that revolves around the mesmerizing and riveting performance of R&B legend Otis Redding at the 1967 Monterey Pop Festival. This eclectic set, just six months before his tragic plane crash, incorporated Otis Redding's electric stage presence and soulful voice, making it one of the most memorable performances of his career.

Making / Production

Featuring the full version of the show, "Shake!: Otis at Monterey" was directed by D. A. Pennebaker, who was acclaimed for his works as a pioneer of direct cinema and concert films. The footage was shot during the Monterey Pop Festival in 1967, but it did not make its screen debut until 1987, with additional unseen footage.

Actors

• Otis Redding - Playing himself, Redding delivers a heart-stirring and charismatic performance that testifies to his status as one of the all-time greats of soul music.
• Booker T. & the MG's - This legendary group accompanies Redding on stage, serving as his backing band and contributing to the electrifying energy of the live performance.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This film contains one of the last recorded performances of Otis Redding before he died in a plane crash in December 1967.
• The Monterey Pop Festival, where the performance was filmed, marks a crucial point in the history of rock and pop music and signaled the start of the "Summer of Love".

Awards

Despite the iconic status of the performance and the cultural significance of the film itself, "Shake!: Otis at Monterey" has not been listed as having won any major awards.

Quotes

• "I've been loving you too long, to stop now..." - Otis Redding
• "This is the love crowd, right? We all love each other, don't we?" - Otis Redding

Music, Soundtrack

• "I've Been Loving You Too Long" - One of Redding's soul-stirring performances at the Monterey Pop Festival.
• "Respect" - Redding's original version, recorded two years before Aretha Franklin's signature rendition.
• "Try a Little Tenderness" - One of Redding's most famous songs, closing his set at the Monterey Pop Festival.