God Bless Ozzy Osbourne (2011)

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Featuring never before seen footage uncovered from the archives and interviews with Paul McCartney, Tommy Lee and others, God Bless Ozzy Osbourne is the first documentary to take viewers inside the complex mind of rock's great icon.

Documentary Overview
"God Bless Ozzy Osbourne" is a 2011 music documentary detailing the troubled life and profession of Ozzy Osbourne, the previous lead vocalist of the band Black Sabbath. The movie was produced by his child Jack Osbourne, together with directors Mike Fleiss and Mike Piscitelli. The documentary provides a comprehensive and candid representation of Ozzy's life, his music, the battles with drug abuse, and his spectacular return to superstardom.

The Early Years
The documentary starts by checking out Ozzy's early life. Growing up in a working-class household in Birmingham, England, Osbourne experienced a severe childhood marked by poverty. The film features interviews with his brother or sisters, which illustrate a gloomy origin story that highlights how music ended up being an escape for Ozzy from the hardships of reality. It charts his journey from his starts in the prominent hard rock band Earth to the birth of Black Sabbath, the group that would catapult him into international superstardom.

Black Sabbath and Solo Career
The movie then transitions to check out Black Sabbath's heady days of popularity in the 1970s. This duration was marred by alcohol and drug abuse for Ozzy, who was eventually fired from the band in 1979 due to his unpredictable behavior. However, this problem didn't end his music career. Ozzy embarked upon a solo career, finding restored success and creating numerous hits. The film provides Ozzy's music contributions as a solo artist and Black Sabbath member with artifacts such as concert video, highlighting the ups and downs of his journey in the music industry.

Fights with Addiction
A significant piece of the film covers Ozzy's notorious history with substance abuse, his self-destructive behavior, and the effects on his family. It showcases his various stints in rehabilitation, the consequences, and how it almost ruined his profession and relationships. The documentary provides a brutally honest depiction of Ozzy's addiction battle; through interviews with his household and close coworkers, it explores his journey from being a rock 'n' roll rebel to a sober family man.

Success and Redemption
"God Bless Ozzy Osbourne" likewise records his success story as a solo artist after Black Sabbath, with his tours and his part on the effective truth television show, "The Osbournes". The movie handles styles of redemption, self-discovery, and acceptance, showing how Ozzy handled to overcome his addictions and alter his life dramatically. The later part of the film concentrates on the rocker in his senior years, showing his journey of personal and artistic development.

Conclusion
All in all, "God Bless Ozzy Osbourne" presents a genuinely intimate take a look at among rock-and-roll's most iconic figures. Integrating household reviews, backstage video footage, and individual info, the film provides a portrait of a man who has actually lived life to its fullest, regardless of (and maybe since of) his turbulent journey struggling with addiction. The documentary provides a detailed insight into the life of Ozzy Osbourne, from his rise to fame to his long battle with dependency and lastly, his redemption and journey towards sobriety.

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  • Ozzy Osbourne (small)
    Ozzy Osbourne
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  • Sharon Osbourne (small)
    Sharon Osbourne
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  • Kelly Osbourne (small)
    Kelly Osbourne
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  • Jack Osbourne (small)
    Jack Osbourne
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  • Geezer Butler (small)
    Geezer Butler
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  • Paul McCartney (small)
    Paul McCartney
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  • Zakk Wylde (small)
    Zakk Wylde
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  • Robert Trujillo (small)
    Robert Trujillo
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  • Bill Ward (small)
    Bill Ward
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  • Henry Rollins (small)
    Henry Rollins
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  • Tommy Lee (small)
    Tommy Lee
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