Live 8

November. 07,2005      
Rating:
7.7
Trailer Synopsis Cast

On 2 July 2005 an estimated 3 billion people came together in the fight against extreme poverty. LIVE 8 - 10 concerts featuring over 1000 musicians from across the globe - asked people not for their money, but for their voice.

Paul McCartney as  Self
Richard Ashcroft as  Self
Elton John as  Self
Pete Doherty as  Self
Dido as  Self
Youssou N'Dour as  Self
Rita Marley as  Self
Stephen Marley as  Self
Bob Geldof as  Self
Snoop Dogg as  Self

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