The other night I watched Sigur Ros' film Heima. I realise I'm not exactly up-to-date with this, and its been out a few months now, but it was on my Christmas List, but as no one bought it for me, so I got it as a late Christmas present to myself.
And I have to say, it's absolutely brilliant.
This double-disc DVD documents the band's 2006 homecoming (Heima means "at home") where they decided to pay back Iceland for supporting them all this time, playing anywhere and everywhere for absolutely free. Playing the small villages and towns across the island, they only expected a few people to turn up, but are pleasantly surprised that entire towns and villages come and see them, toddlers and grandparents too.
In terms of documentary, not much new is learnt. We don't get a magical new insight into life on the road, or get to see the band as they are, but this isn't because the documentary doesn't include it. IT is made pretty plain that this band are still humble and grateful for their success, and are possibly the most genuine group of people out there. Interviews with all of the band, including the string section Amiina are set before, after and during live excerpts of the band playing their erm... "hits".
Alongside this are fantastic panoramic views of the Icelandic countryside that fit in so well with the music you begin wonder how you could ever listen to it anywhere else. If nothing else, the views allow you to finally realise how organic Sigur Ros' music really is. It makes it as natural as the green hills and the black sandy beachs from where they've come. And the eagerness of the Icelandic people to welcome back this massively talented group.
This film is a must-watch for fans of Sigur Ros, and also something you should probably see if you are a general fan of Iceland, the countryside and beautiful music. The lush landscapes and eesoundscapes on offer will leave you begging for more.
As for icelandic talent, Bjork who?
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