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Chronicling the triumphs and downfalls of cult rock legend Bobby Liebling, Last Days Here is a powerful documentary about an underground icon who finds himself at the crossroads of life and death. For over 36 years Bobby Liebling has been churning out genre-defining hard rock as the lead singer of the band Pentagram. But various acts of self-destruction, multiple band break-ups, and botched record deals have condemned his music to obscurity. Frozen for decades in his parents' basement, Bobby is finally discovered by the heavy metal underground, and with the help of Sean 'Pellet' Pelletier, his friend and manager, Bobby struggles to overcome his demons. Directors Dan Argott and Demian Fenton (The Art of the Steal) offer a candid look at this madly talented artist, whose unexpected journey made him a prodigious diamond in the music business rough.
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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Back From The Abyss: A True Life Musical Biography That Is Both Effective And Strangely Affecting
July 30, 2012
Format:DVD
Honestly, I haven't given the heavy metal band Pentagram much thought over the last several decades. Lead singer Bobby Liebling seemed ill-equipped to translate the cult appeal of the band into mainstream success due to personal demons and drugs, but still the legacy of their music endures. I wanted to see "Last Days Here" when I heard the reviewer for the Wall Street Journal brand it a heavy metal "Grey Gardens." If you're not familiar with this classic documentary, it details the eccentric relations of Jackie Kennedy who ended their days in squalor and solitude and yet remained a pair you wanted to root for. It is alternately hysterical, sad, disturbing, and oddly sweet. "Last Days Here" does capture a similar mix of emotions as it catches up with Liebling in his later days. The story may not be quite as unorthodox, though, because Liebling's journey is still defined by an on-going battle with drug addiction. But even at his worst and most detached, there's something about Bobby Liebling that is childlike and ingratiating.
Liebling, after flirting with the music industry for almost four decades, is poised for a comeback in "Last Days Here." As we meet him, he is residing in his parents' basement and living an oddly co-dependent lifestyle. Discovered by a big fan, Sean Pelletier, who seems to have dedicated his existence to the troubled soul--the two attempt to launch a resurgence of interest in the original Pentagram. It is not only fascinating to see Liebling as we do, but to see him through Pelletier's eyes gives an interesting alternate perspective. He's a good friend indeed! The documentary charts plenty of highs and lows, including a tempestuous new love interest and the pursuit to cut a new album. The film crew plays an unseen character as well, and everyone is completely invested in seeing Liebling get back to his former glory while maintaining a semblance of sobriety and sanity.
Moments of "Last Days Here" are genuinely harrowing, but some are equally hilarious. The filmmakers never look down on their subject, and that's what makes the experience more uplifting than I had any reason to believe it would be. You will feel as if you really know Bobby Liebling, warts and all. His past is portrayed through archival footage, recreations, and interviews with former band members. But the present focuses a clear eye on a struggling Liebling. A surprising survivor story, this is an easy recommendation for anyone with an interest in the band or in the music industry in general. This is not, however, heavily reliant on Pentagram music (if that is a primary draw for you). While some is featured incidentally, this is an in-depth character piece as opposed to an ode to music. What it does, though, it does very well. I thought I knew where this tale was headed, but it kept taking unexpected turns! KGHarris, 7/12.
Liebling, after flirting with the music industry for almost four decades, is poised for a comeback in "Last Days Here." As we meet him, he is residing in his parents' basement and living an oddly co-dependent lifestyle. Discovered by a big fan, Sean Pelletier, who seems to have dedicated his existence to the troubled soul--the two attempt to launch a resurgence of interest in the original Pentagram. It is not only fascinating to see Liebling as we do, but to see him through Pelletier's eyes gives an interesting alternate perspective. He's a good friend indeed! The documentary charts plenty of highs and lows, including a tempestuous new love interest and the pursuit to cut a new album. The film crew plays an unseen character as well, and everyone is completely invested in seeing Liebling get back to his former glory while maintaining a semblance of sobriety and sanity.
Moments of "Last Days Here" are genuinely harrowing, but some are equally hilarious. The filmmakers never look down on their subject, and that's what makes the experience more uplifting than I had any reason to believe it would be. You will feel as if you really know Bobby Liebling, warts and all. His past is portrayed through archival footage, recreations, and interviews with former band members. But the present focuses a clear eye on a struggling Liebling. A surprising survivor story, this is an easy recommendation for anyone with an interest in the band or in the music industry in general. This is not, however, heavily reliant on Pentagram music (if that is a primary draw for you). While some is featured incidentally, this is an in-depth character piece as opposed to an ode to music. What it does, though, it does very well. I thought I knew where this tale was headed, but it kept taking unexpected turns! KGHarris, 7/12.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By Rock10
Format:DVD
I only heard of Pentagram before seeing this. This is a great documentary. I think it's better than the Anvil or Lemmy documentaries. This has a lot of action, and is very real. There's about 35 minutes of extras.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
"Last Days Here" shows the seemingly-hopeless life of a hardcore drug addict through the life of doom metal legend Bobby Liebling of Pentagram. Being a massive fan of Pentagram, I had heard about Bobby Liebling's troubles and I knew that the band had been through a lot of members, but this movie REALLY opened my eyes. It was heartbreaking to see him looking so gaunt, disheveled, and, frankly, like a homeless person who happened to be crashed in someone's basement. This was Bobby Liebling, the singer of one of my favorite doom metal bands!
God, Satan, Krishna, or whomever, bless "Pellet" for befriending Bobby and sticking with him through so much in order to help him get his soul back. When Pentagram actually finally takes the stage, it is like a revival!
The real story here is not about one of the greatest doom metal bands ever, drug addiction, or a band that failed to make it big. In the end, this is a story about a man who is in pain and desperately needs someone to love him. The loneliness he must have felt in the "sub-basement" for decades is unimaginable.
I cannot recommend this movie highly enough for anyone who loves Pentagram.
FIVE STARS!
See also: Anvil: The Story of Anvil
God, Satan, Krishna, or whomever, bless "Pellet" for befriending Bobby and sticking with him through so much in order to help him get his soul back. When Pentagram actually finally takes the stage, it is like a revival!
The real story here is not about one of the greatest doom metal bands ever, drug addiction, or a band that failed to make it big. In the end, this is a story about a man who is in pain and desperately needs someone to love him. The loneliness he must have felt in the "sub-basement" for decades is unimaginable.
I cannot recommend this movie highly enough for anyone who loves Pentagram.
FIVE STARS!
See also: Anvil: The Story of Anvil
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
bobby rules
if your a metal fan, get it. if you like a story with a good ending, get it. don't be a loser. buy this movie, you wont be pissed you did. i give you my metal word!
Published 12 days ago by jason ciserano
4.0 out of 5 stars
Like Watching a train wreck.
Was like watching a train wreck.
Good In site into the pretty messed up life Of Bobby
Including his messed up Drug addiction.
Good In site into the pretty messed up life Of Bobby
Including his messed up Drug addiction.
Published 1 month ago by Elizabeth
5.0 out of 5 stars
WOW!
What a stunning Documentary, I was lucky enough to catch it in theater's and catch the reunion show with Serpent Throne. Buy this now!
Published 2 months ago by A. Martin
5.0 out of 5 stars
Unforgettable
I'm not saying this because I'm a huge Pentagram fan, but this documentary RULES! It's been a hot topic of conversation for a while amoung my friends. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Roach414
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Documentary
My husband has been waiting for this to come out on DVD. I purchased it for his birthday and he was veery happy.
Published 7 months ago by Rose M. Healey
5.0 out of 5 stars
great movie
This is the best film i have ever seen showing an amazing recovery of a junkie who appeared to be very nearly dead. It's a great 2nd chance success story.
Published 8 months ago by jsreardon
5.0 out of 5 stars
Quotes from National Press / Award Info
"A Masterpiece" - Vice Magazine
"A heavy metal 'Grey Gardens', hilarious and tragic." - The Wall Street Journal
"Engrossing, Affectionate... Read more
"A heavy metal 'Grey Gardens', hilarious and tragic." - The Wall Street Journal
"Engrossing, Affectionate... Read more
Published 11 months ago by S. Pelletier
