As lead singer with one of the world's biggest Rock bands,
Bono has exemplified the roles of consummate performer and extraordinary songwriter. As the most influential and proactive artist to link pop and politics he has achieved the unthinkable; regularly holding court with world leaders and, stranger still, being taken seriously by them.
Now, for the first time, this documentary traces the extraordinary life of
Bono, from his humble beginnings and the formation of
U2, to his role as philanthropist and spokesperson for educating and improving the lives of many.
Bono "Gods Favourite Son" tells the complete and unauthorised story of how one of the most extraordinary and benevolent figures in Pop music, has changed the face of modern music whilst maintaining his integrity and fighting to improve the lives of others.
Includes:
- The complete and unauthorised DVD documentary of
Bono
- Includes exclusive and previously unseen film footage of
Bono and
U2
- Also includes in-depth interviews with those that worked closely with him throughout his career and his charity work.
- Includes contributions from his high school teachers, close friends, CBS A&R man Chas De Whalley (who discovered
U2), premier Irish DJ and close friend of
Bono, Dave Fanning, and executives from Warchild and Greenpeace.
- DVD special features include an extensive
U2 discography and
Bono digital trivia quiz