Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio 15 years old

Classic Albums

This entry in the Classic Albums series examines RIO, the 1982 release that put Duran Duran on the road to stardom. Looking back at the creation and release of the hit singles "Hungry Like the Wolf," "Save a Prayer," and many others, the critical retrospective analyzes the album's overall effect on the musical landscape of the early 1980s. The optimistic and celebratory album generated a string of hit singles and groundbreaking videos, catapulting the band to global stardom. This DVD tells the story behind the writing, recording, and subsequent success of the album through newly filmed interviews, musical demonstrations, and both new and archival performances.

Credits

Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio Cast

Name Character
John Taylor He was 48, 32 years old when he died as Himself
Roger Taylor He was 59, now 74 years old as Himself
Simon Le Bon He was 50, now 65 years old as Himself
Nick Rhodes He was 46, now 61 years old as Himself

Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio Crew

Name Department
George Scott as Director. He was 41 (47) years old when He died Directing
Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio poster
Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio (15 years)

Classic Albums

  • Release day: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
  • Runtime: 127 minutes