Making The Monkees

This documentary captures the journey of The Monkees, a group created for a kids TV show in 1967. The film reveals how these four actors transformed into a pop phenomenon, dominating the charts and reshaping the landscape of music at the time. Their success was not without its complications, as the narrative highlights the ego and ambition that fueled their rise and eventual decline.

Directed by an unknown filmmaker, Making The Monkees features interviews and insights from the band members themselves: Micky Dolenz, Michael Nesmith, Peter Tork, and Davy Jones. It also includes contributions from Don Kirshner, showcasing the behind-the-scenes dynamics that played a pivotal role in this manufactured band's story. The film is a fascinating exploration of pop culture, music history, and the intricacies of fame, appealing to fans of music documentaries and collectors of music history.