Barenaked Ladies Album: “Barenaked Truth [DVD]”

I've seen the negative reviews on this product, and I'm happy to say, it's not as bad as people are saying.

As a huge fan of Barenaked Ladies, I already knew I'd thoroughly enjoy this DVD.

It's set up like a Behind the Music sort of informational movie, except most of the usual anecdotes and stories a fan would already know are skipped. (They can be heard in the un-cut interview, though.)

There was a lot of old and rare footage used that I hadn't seen before, including clips of their time in the studio making Disc One. There were also many more personal glimpses at the ladies as well. Like seeing Kevin's own cottage, an interview with Tyler's wife, and seeing Steven's children.

Maybe that stuff isn't as important for a casual fan, but I felt that this DVD had enough interesting things to keep all fans entertained.

That being said, it's not a movie you would watch more than once or twice.

The back cover advertises live performances of several songs. What you get is an hour-long interview "set against" a few seconds of songs here and there. I don't recommend this, even for die-hard fans. The interview footage is just slapped together and isn't particularly interesting or informative. Spend a few extra dolllars and pick up their concert DVD or video compilation.

Please disregard the below comment. From my experience, when people say something applies even to die-hard fans, it usually doesn't. I guarantee the person below is not a die-hard fan. How do I know? Because die-hard Barenaked Ladies fans breath, sleep, eat, drink, and poop Barenaked Ladies. Die-hard fans get a high from anything BnL. Even if they think something can be better, they never say anything negative about anything to do with the band. Even if it's not so great, die-hard fans will still be satisfied knowing they own more BnL. Of course this guy didn't like it, he's not a true fan, he can't appreciate it. I'm buying it, and I'm sure I'll love it.