Gallagher Brothers Skip Venice Press Conference for Concert Doc

Oasis’s long-anticipated return to the stage after a 15-year hiatus is the centerpiece of a new documentary titled "Oasis: Don’t Look Back in Anger." The film chronicles the band’s Live ’25 tour, a global series of concerts marking their first performances together since their acrimonious split in 2009.

Despite the documentary’s premiere at the Venice Film Festival, brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher notably declined to participate in the press conference, attending only a brief photo session before departing. This left the filmmakers and producer Steven Knight, known for his work on Peaky Blinders, to address the media. Knight’s involvement marked his debut in documentary filmmaking, motivated by the unique story of Oasis’s reunion and the overwhelming fan response to the tour’s announcement.

The Live ’25 tour proved to be a massive commercial success, generating over $400 million in ticket sales across 12 concerts on three continents. The documentary captures not just the live performances but also intimate behind-the-scenes moments, including rehearsal footage and the Gallaghers’ first joint interviews in over two decades.

Directors Dylan Southern and Will Lovelace, recognized for music documentaries such as those on LCD Soundsystem and Blur, focused heavily on the evolving dynamic between the brothers throughout the tour. They documented how the music and live shows played a crucial role in rekindling the fractured relationship between Noel and Liam, transforming the tour into a narrative of reconciliation and renewal.

Knight highlighted the initial uncertainty surrounding the brothers’ reunion, noting that they had not spoken in years prior to rehearsals. The film observes the cautious, understated way the Gallaghers resumed performing together, eschewing overt displays of emotion in favor of a pragmatic approach rooted in their working-class background. Over time, their interactions grew warmer, with the filmmakers capturing moments where familial bonds extended beyond the brothers to include their children.

The documentary also explores Oasis’s enduring appeal, tracing the band’s influence from their origins in Manchester to global audiences, including younger fans from places like South Korea who connected deeply with the music despite not being born during the band’s initial rise to fame. By following devoted fans around the world, the film illustrates the band’s cross-generational and cross-cultural impact.

Both Southern and Lovelace expressed optimism about the durability of the Gallagher brothers’ renewed relationship, suggesting that the film’s portrayal of their camaraderie signals a lasting reconciliation rather than a fleeting reunion.

Following its Venice debut, "Oasis: Don’t Look Back in Anger" is set for a limited theatrical release in select IMAX and U.S. cinemas starting September 11. It will subsequently be available for streaming on Hulu in the United States and exclusively on Disney+ internationally. Details about further distribution and reception remain limited as the film continues its rollout.

The project represents a significant milestone in documenting one of rock’s most notorious sibling rivalries, providing audiences with unprecedented access to both the personal and professional revival of Oasis. While the Gallagher brothers remain relatively private about their reactions to the film, their participation in the project signals a meaningful chapter in their shared history and the legacy of their band.