George Harrison

Born:25. února 1943

Place of Birth:Liverpool, England, UK

Died:29. listopadu 2001

Known For:Acting

Biography

George Harrison, born on February 25, 1943, in Liverpool, England, was much more than just a rock guitarist and singer-songwriter. Known as "the quiet Beatle," Harrison's musical influence extended far beyond his time with The Beatles. His interest in Indian mysticism and Hinduism not only shaped his personal beliefs but also introduced Western audiences to sitar music and the Hare Krishna movement. Harrison's journey as a musician and spiritual seeker was reflected in his iconic compositions like "Here Comes the Sun" and "While My Guitar Gently Weeps," which showcased his unique blend of Western and Eastern musical influences.

Following The Beatles' break-up, Harrison embarked on a successful solo career, releasing the critically acclaimed triple album "All Things Must Pass" in 1970. This album, which included hits like "My Sweet Lord" and "What Is Life," solidified Harrison's reputation as a talented songwriter and musician in his own right. His collaborations with fellow musicians, including the formation of the supergroup Traveling Wilburys with Bob Dylan, Tom Petty, Jeff Lynne, and Roy Orbison, further showcased his versatility and creativity.

Beyond his musical achievements, Harrison also made a mark in the film industry as a producer and co-founder of HandMade Films. Collaborating with artists like Monty Python and Madonna, Harrison brought his unique vision to the big screen, showcasing his diverse talents and interests. His contributions to the iconic Concert for Bangladesh in 1971, organized with Ravi Shankar, highlighted his commitment to philanthropy and social causes, further cementing his legacy as a multi-faceted artist and humanitarian.

In his personal life, Harrison was known for his marriages to model Pattie Boyd and record company secretary Olivia Trinidad Arias, with whom he had a son, Dhani Harrison. His close friendship with fellow musician Eric Clapton and his introspective autobiography "I Me Mine" provided insights into his complex personality and creative process. Despite his quiet demeanor, Harrison's impact on music and culture was profound, influencing generations of artists and fans alike with his timeless songs and spiritual teachings.

Tragically, George Harrison passed away on November 29, 2001, after a battle with lung cancer. His enduring legacy as a musical innovator, spiritual seeker, and philanthropist continues to inspire audiences around the world, ensuring that his contributions to music and culture will never be forgotten.

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Filmografie

Herectví

Life of Brian

Mr. Papadopolous (uncredited)

1979

Brian Cohen is an average young Jewish man, but through a series of ridiculous events, he gains a reputation as the Messiah. When he's not dodging his followers or being scolded by his shrill mother, the hapless Brian has to contend with the pompous Pontius Pilate and acronym-obsessed members of a separatist movement. Rife with Monty Python's signature absurdity, the tale finds Brian's life paralleling Biblical lore, albeit with many more laughs.

A Hard Day's Night

George

1964

Capturing John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr in their electrifying element, 'A Hard Day's Night' is a wildly irreverent journey through this pastiche of a day in the life of The Beatles during 1964. The band have to use all their guile and wit to avoid the pursuing fans and press to reach their scheduled television performance, in spite of Paul's troublemaking grandfather and Ringo's arrest.

The Beatles: Eight Days a Week - The Touring Years

Self (archive footage)

2016

The Beatles stormed through Europe's music scene in 1963, and, in 1964, they conquered America. Their groundbreaking world tours changed global youth culture forever and, arguably, invented mass entertainment as we know it today. All the while, the group were composing and recording a series of extraordinarily successful singles and albums. However the relentless pressure of such unprecedented fame, that in 1966 became uncontrollable turmoil, led to the decision to stop touring. In the ensuing years The Beatles were then free to focus on a series of albums that changed the face of recorded music.

Beatles '64

Self (archive footage)

2024

Featuring never-before-seen footage of the band and the legions of young fans who helped fuel their ascendance, follow McCartney, John Lennon, George Harrison and Starr as they land in New York City in February 1964 and solidify their status as the biggest band in the world.

Larger than Life: Reign of the Boybands

Self (archive footage)

2024

Highlights boy bands and their rise — and fall — to fame, from The Beatles to Jackson 5 to the Jonas Brothers and One Direction, as well as the K-pop group Seventeen.

Yellow Submarine

George (uncredited)

1968

The wicked Blue Meanies take over Pepperland, eliminating all color and music. As the only survivor, the Lord Admiral escapes in the yellow submarine and journeys to Liverpool to enlist the help of the Beatles.

Help!

George

1965

An obscure Eastern cult that practices human sacrifice pursues Ringo after he unknowingly puts on a ceremonial ring (that, of course, won't come off). On top of that, a pair of mad scientists, members of Scotland Yard, and a beautiful but dead-eyed assassin all have their own plans for the Fab Four.

Produkce

Life of Brian

Executive Producer

1979

Yesterday

Songs

2019

A struggling musician realizes he's the only person on Earth who can remember The Beatles after waking up in an alternate reality where the group was forgotten.

Across the Universe

Songs

2007

When young dockworker Jude leaves Liverpool to find his estranged father in the United States, he is swept up by the waves of change that are re-shaping the nation. Jude falls in love with Lucy, who joins the growing anti-war movement. As the body count in Vietnam rises, political tensions at home spiral out of control and the star-crossed lovers find themselves in a psychedelic world gone mad.

Time Bandits

Additional Music

1981

Young history buff Kevin can scarcely believe it when six dwarfs emerge from his closet one night. Former employees of the Supreme Being, they've purloined a map charting all of the holes in the fabric of time and are using it to steal treasures from different historical eras. Taking Kevin with them, they variously drop in on Napoleon, Robin Hood and King Agamemnon before the Supreme Being catches up with them.

The Beatles: Eight Days a Week - The Touring Years

Songs

2016

Five Corners

Executive Producer

1987

A psychotic young man returns to his old neighborhood after release from prison. He seeks out the woman he previously tried to rape and the man who protected her, with twisted ideas of love for her and hate for him.

Withnail & I

Executive Producer

1987

Two out-of-work actors -- the anxious, luckless Marwood and his acerbic, alcoholic friend, Withnail -- spend their days drifting between their squalid flat, the unemployment office and the pub. When they take a holiday "by mistake" at the country house of Withnail's flamboyantly gay uncle, Monty, they encounter the unpleasant side of the English countryside: tedium, terrifying locals and torrential rain.

Yellow Submarine

Songs

1968

How to Get Ahead in Advertising

Executive Producer

1989

Pressure from his boss and a skin-cream client produces a talking boil on a British adman's neck.

Help!

Songs

1965

Monty Python Live at the Hollywood Bowl

Executive Producer

1982

Monty Python perform many of their greatest sketches at the Hollywood Bowl, including several from pre-Python days.