Art Garfunkel

Known for Acting

11/5/1941(Age 84)

Forest Hills, Queens, New York City, New York, USA

Biography

Arthur Ira Garfunkel is an American singer, poet, and actor. He is best known for his partnership with Paul Simon in the folk rock duo Simon & Garfunkel.

Known For (57 credits)

In Restless Dreams: The Music of Paul Simon

6.5

Movie

In Restless Dreams: The Music of Paul Simon

2024

Chronicles the career of the titular Grammy Award-winning folk-pop singer-songwriter. The documentary also follows Simon’s journey creating his new album, Seven Psalms. The track on the record pose questions about faith and mortality, particularly during the pandemic, and also feature him contending with his hearing loss. Gibney and Simon also journey through a dreamlike world of storytelling that transcends both time and space, as it moves freely between present and past. The movie also offers a unique peek into Simon’s entire career, from Tom & Jerry to Simon & Garfunkel and the triumphs of Graceland and Rhythm of the Saints.

In Restless Dreams: The Music of Paul Simon

2024

The definitive musical biography of Paul Simon, one of the greatest songwriters (and performers) in the history of rock 'n roll.

8.0

Movie

Movie Themes at the BBC

2023

A selection of some of the best BBC moments and classic archive performances from those singers and bands who cracked Hollywood as well as the pop charts. These are the tunes that get hummed when leaving the cinemas over the years from blockbusters, Oscar winners, comedies and family favourites, featuring a selection of soundtrack stars including Destiny’s Child, Paul Simon, All Saints, Simple Minds and Dolly Parton.

Clive Davis: The Soundtrack of Our Lives

6.5

Movie

Clive Davis: The Soundtrack of Our Lives

2017

The life and successes of iconic music executive Clive Davis, from his miraculous start at Columbia Records through his trailblazing work at Arista Records and J Records, with a heavy dose of outstanding music sprinkled in between.

5.2

Movie

Cecile on the Phone

2017

Cecile wants answers, but, actually, she doesn't. After her ex-boyfriend's return to New York triggers overwhelming feelings of doubt and confusion, she embarks on a series of telephone conversations, all of which ultimately only distract her from the one conversation she really needs to have.

The Everly Brothers: Harmonies From Heaven

8.7

Movie

The Everly Brothers: Harmonies From Heaven

2016

Documentary which celebrates, over the period covering the end of the 1950s and the beginning of the 60s, the phenomenon of the Everly Brothers, arguably the greatest harmony duo the world has witnessed, who directly influenced the greatest and most successful bands of the 60s and 70s - The Beatles, The Stones, The Beach Boys and Simon & Garfunkel to name but a few.

Movie

Biggest Band Break Ups and Make Ups

2015

Mark Radcliffe looks at the highs and lows of band life - the creative tension that produces great music and the pressures that come with success and fame, which pulls many apart.

7.6

Movie

Beatles Stories

2011

A big fan of The Beatles growing up in the 60s, Seth Swirsky noticed that whenever he heard someone relating a story about themselves and The Beatles, he was "all ears". So, starting in 2005, he sought out and filmed those with never before heard, "Beatles Stories". Written by Mike Pope

7.3

Movie

The Harmony Game

2011

Half a century after its recording in 1970, this captivating documentary retraces the story of "Bridge Over Troubled Water", the final album, which has become cult, from the duo formed by Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel.

Movie

Simon & Garfunkel: Across the Airwaves

2010

A collection compiled from the harmonising duo's televised performances from Saturday Night Live, The Dick Cavett Show and The Grammy Awards. Tracks include The Boxer, Homeward Bound, Bridge Over Troubled Water and more. Also included is a rare interview from 1974.

The 25th Anniversary Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Concerts

8.1

Movie

The 25th Anniversary Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Concerts

2009

On October 29th and 30th, 2009, rock 'n' roll royalty held court at Madison Square Garden for what have been called 'the best concerts ever,' and 'where rock 'n' roll history was made.' The concerts featured a who's who of rock 'n' roll from the '50s to the '90s and included artists performing together in unprecedented combinations that will most likely never be witnessed again. 'The 25th Anniversary Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Anniversary Concerts' included sets by Crosby, Stills & Nash; Stevie Wonder; Paul Simon; Simon & Garfunkel; Aretha Franklin; Metallica; U2; Jeff Beck and Bruce Springsteen & the E-Street Band. Joining this iconic line up on stage were special guests including: Jerry Lee Lewis, Bonnie Raitt, Jackson Browne, Smokey Robinson, B.B. King, Annie Lennox, Lou Reed, John Fogerty, Mick Jagger, Fergie and others. A 4-hour special of the concerts aired on HBO to high ratings, and was seen by tens of millions. Now this historic event is available on DVD.

10.0

Movie

Simon & Garfunkel: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Concerts 2009

2009

Simon & Garfunkel's performance @ The 25th Anniversary Rock & Roll Hall 2009 in HD.