Product Details

• Format: NTSC
• Studio: Axis
• DVD Release Date: March 30, 2004
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• ASIN: B00019078A
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #440,447 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

Editorial Reviews

Appearing in the late 80's Detroit, Jeff Mills took up the heritage of the "Techno founding fathers" Kevin Saunderson, Juan Atkins and Derrick May, inaugurating the next sound generation of Detroit. Mills has characterized the new Detroit sound like no one else; co-founding the enigmatic Underground Resistance and brought the Detroit Techno sound of the early 90's into the clubs and onto turntables all over the world.

Conceived and designed in the direction of programmable software rather than the usual DVD "Live" recording, this latest project of Jeff Mills, Exhibitionist will prove to point out a step forward into a new era in Electronic Music.

Remembering the excitement of an artist or DJ "in action" is the key component for longevity because through our memory it is often how we measure an event’s effectiveness. In addition to simulating the artist and/or DJ, this DVD provides an array of features that will be discovered, explored and expanded upon.

All mix segments were filmed in Detroit, USA. A DJ setup and lighting were created to simulate the authentic look and stereo sound of a DJ in a club DJ booth. A black backdrop behind Jeff Mills was used so that the reprogramming of this footage in a live setting would not conflict with existing decor.

Customer Reviews

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars the Mills...., March 6, 2004

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B. Farrell "BF" (Dublin, Rep. of Ireland) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Exhibitionist (DVD)

Although relentless in his production schedule, Jeff mIlls hasn't given us anything of an official mix since the glory of the Liquid Room days. This DVD / CD release is not so much a welcome return to form but a reminder for those who haven't seen the man live of his inventiveness and dexterity on the decks.
The four multi-angle mixes featured are an excellent showcase for Mills' productions and the final "exhibitionist" mix throws in some crackers from the likes of Ben Sims and Oliver Ho. Although sticking to the one format of simply showing Mills bobbing and nodding behind the wheels while doing his thing, it never gets boring, the rapid changes in mood and colour keeping the viewer/listener's attention.
The downside: NOT the trademark trainwrecks (anyone remember the unholy mess between "Step to Enchantment" and Vigorito's "Knap" at Sonar 2003?), Jeff is human and he needs to be loved. In fact the Wizard's ability to look so unconcerned when there's a little mismatching is impressive.
It's the interview!
Mills is obviously a nice guy, an intelligent, thoughtful individual, but on the aforementioned interview he and his interviewer talk about very little beyond idea and concept and concept and idea for what feels like about three weeks. It's only when he starts to recall the early days of techno and his upbringing in Detroit (and things get interesting) that the interview is cut.
That said the music and (ahem) concept of this DVD are excellent, highly recommended. Oh, and not forgetting a short live segment from the Octave One brothers.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars If only Amazon could actually obtain this item, August 27, 2004

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Human Companion (SF, CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Exhibitionist (DVD)

I would love to see this DVD but despite claims to a 4-5 day shipping time Amazon is unable to obtain this title after several months of delays. It is very frustrating when the shipping estimates are blatantly false and they never seem to be updated with realistic information after an attempt to obtain an item has failed.

At any rate, you can order this DVD directly from Mr. Mills himself via his label (Axis) site: http://www.axisrecords.com/

I'm sure when I eventually get my hands on it the DVD will be a 5 star effort. :)

3.0 out of 5 stars Learn from the master, January 20, 2005

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Brownthing (UK) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Exhibitionist (DVD)

It was always going to be nigh on impossible for Mills to top his last mix compilation (Live at the Liquid Rooms) and alas he falls rather short. The title mix 'exhibitionist' is in my opinion the weakest. Although, that's probably more of a reflection on current techno releases than Mill's abilities. There are a few glaring errors in his mixing but you forgive him seeing as he's rinsing 3 records and flicking through his record box all at the same time. Unlike the Liquid rooms though, the mix is rather forgettable and unlikely to age well.

The highlight of the DVD is the purpose maker mix, providing an opportunity for the mills of old to shine through. Mills scratches, cuts, and blends some of his finest material, keeping the energy levels pumping at ceiling height.

The 'interactive' axis mix (where you can change the camera angle whenever you please) looked promising, so it was a shame my shoddy DVD player refused to play it seamlessly. Every index point on the disc caused it to pause for a second, obliterating the flow, so I quickly gave up.

The lowest point of the DVD however is the interview. Shattering the mystique of Mills, it gives a masterclass in the art of talking utter drivel to confuse people into agreeing with you. One wonders if it was scripted by the Wachowski brothers.

Overall though, a worthy purchase, if only as a learning aid for budding DJ's. You can't get a better teacher than Mills.