The Beatles: Get Back

• Jackson lets the sessions flow to reveal all the clues: a widespread weariness (especially from Lennon), an unreciprocated enthusiasm from the bassist, Harrison's frustration with certain details of his songs, and the bewilderment of a helpful Ringo. Nothing feels overwhelmingly grim or dramatic, and the camera pulses with excitement every time the four find moments of pure joy deciphering their new songs and connecting through their performances.

• Get Back is an outstanding piece of contemporary history about the peerless Beatles, their great music, and their interactions. The documentary also shows how sensible people resolve conflicts, debate them, and take differing opinions seriously—a quality that is unquestionably fading today. But goofing around and plenty of band history are also included, as well as many melodies that only appeared on the later Abbey Road LP.

• What a privilege to watch songs like Get Back, Jealous Guy, or Strawberry Fields Forever come into being. All the Beatles seem genuinely kind, polite, funny, and cheerful, even during conflicts. The Lennon-McCartney dynamic dominates the group, to the point where Harrison struggles to find his place.

• Worth noting is the presence of the brilliant Billy Preston who, like a kid, is overjoyed to play with the Beatles, who are also very protective of him. I recommend this series 200%! Long live the Beatles!

• Perhaps this is the true history. The sessions progress like a drama building toward the rooftop concert. The original Let It Be movie left such a dark and desolate impression, so I am truly glad I watched this. It wasn't all good, but it wasn't all bad either. Since watching it, I find myself listening to Let It Be much more often. And during the final rooftop live show, their playing suddenly became visibly tighter compared to the rehearsals—that was pure rock band magic, both joyful and bittersweet.

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