Oasis reunion tour documentary rocks Venice Film Festival

Venice, Italy (AP) — The Gallagher brothers, Noel and Liam Gallagher, made a surprising appearance at the Venice Film Festival with a documentary about their reunion tour, which premiered on Saturday. The film, titled "Oasis: Don’t Look Back in Anger," is both a concert film and a deep dive into the tumultuous relationship between Noel and Liam, whose feud led to the disbanding of Oasis in 2009.

Known for their explosive performances and chart-topping hits, Oasis rose to fame in the 1990s with albums like "Definitely Maybe" and "(What's the Story) Morning Glory?" The documentary captures the band's resurgence with a 16-year reunion tour that began in Cardiff, Wales, drawing a massive, enthusiastic crowd. Despite the complex history between the brothers, the tour was successful, with performances of classic tracks like "Supersonic" and "Roll With It" eliciting enthusiastic fan reactions.

The film, directed by Dylan Southern and Will Lovelace, aimed to explore the enduring legacy of Oasis' music and the brothers' relationship, blending intimate rehearsal footage and their first joint interview in over a quarter-century. The filmmakers sought to create an unobtrusive presence, allowing the band's chemistry and the fans' reactions to tell the story.

With plans for an IMAX release on September 11 and a later streaming debut on Disney+, the documentary offers a comprehensive look at the band's enduring impact and the complex dynamics that shaped their storied career.