The Beatles January 1969

Title: Filming "Let It Be" Day 8 (Let It Be/Get Back)
Type: Feature Film
Filming Location: Twickenham Film Studios, Twickenham, England
Filming Date: January 13th 1969
Broadcast Date: May 13th 1970 (New York); May 20th 1970 (London); November 2021 (Get Back)
Country Of Broadcast: UK/USA
Duration: 17:17 Minutes (Merged Sources)
Quality: B+
Source: "The Beatles Get Back Sessions Vol 1: Twickenham" (The Get Back Work Camp)
Other Sources:

Notes: A pivotal moment occurred during a lunchtime conversation between Paul and John, which was surreptitiously recorded by a
hidden microphone placed by director Michael Lindsay-Hogg`s crew. This candid exchange, later restored and included in Peter
Jackson`s 2021 documentary "The Beatles: Get Back", offered deep insight into the group’s mindset. John expressed
frustration with the band`s formulaic approach to music and reflected on the creative excitement of earlier albums like
"Revolver". He speculated about the possibility of going solo, though he was unsure about leaving The Beatles altogether.

Paul, in turn, encouraged John and Ringo to focus on performing well rather than obsessing over minor song details.
He also deliberated over how to guide George`s contributions constructively.

Despite the underlying tensions, some musical work was attempted. The three remaining Beatles spent the afternoon refining
"Get Back," with Paul experimenting with lyrics and finalizing Jo Jo`s hometown as Tucson, Arizona. However, the overall mood was subdued, and the session ended early, around 5 p.m.

Thanks to The Paul McCartney Project for the notes.

Sources Used: Get Back (2021 Documentary Series), Wingspan (2001 Documentary), Something (1969 promo video rough cut), Anthology 8 (DVD Edit), Get Back (Got Back Edit).