Bob Dylan, The Beatles, Boxing & MORE: Joel Gilbert Chats

Exclusive Interview by Geno McGahee

(Interview conducted in 2011)

“It appears that Floyd Mayweather, JR., has lost interest in facing any stiff competition. His biggest challenges right now seem to be the IRS and the Las Vegas Police Department.” – Joel Gilbert

In 1999, I went to go see THE BLAIR WITCH PROJECT and a lot of hype surrounded it. Many contended that it was real footage and that those involved were, in fact, dead. Although I knew it was all nonsense, I allowed myself to believe in the story and it became a really fun experience. Over ten years later, I have had the same experience with PAUL MCCARTNEY REALLY IS DEAD: THE LAST TESTAMENT OF GEORGE HARRISON.

Joel Gilbert, an American filmmaker, produced a film contending that George Harrison made some audio recordings stating that Paul McCartney died and was replaced with a lookalike. The Beatles did put a lot of hints in their artwork and music, which did give credibility to this documentary, and it was so well done, that you can’t help, but to get immediately drawn into it. Gilbert used a mixture of history and rumor to create something memorable. It is easily one of the most remarkable films I’ve seen in years.

Gilbert is no stranger to controversy, releasing FAREWELL ISRAEL: BUSH, IRAN AND THE REVOLT OF ISLAM, a history of Islamic – Jewish relations from the 7th Century to today. On top of being a moviemaker, Gilbert is a musician, leading a Bob Dylan tribute band “Highway 61 Revisited.” His next documentary is actually about Dylan by the title of: “BOB DYLAN REVEALED,” featuring some great footage and the attention to detail and storytelling that Gilbert is known for.

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