Ozzy Osbourne's Swan Song Captured in 'Back to the Beginning' Concert Film

Ozzy & Black Sabbath: Back to the Beginning, a concert documentary film, will be released in over 15,000 theaters across 132 countries on October 28, as reported by Billboard.

The film is an in-depth look at Ozzy Osbourne's swan song, a 10-hour celebration held at Villa Park in Birmingham, England, featuring performances by Metallica, Guns N' Roses, and Tool, among others.

Sharon Osbourne shared that Ozzy's participation in the concert was uncertain until the day of the show, due to his poor health. Despite being told by doctors that performing could lead to a heart attack, Ozzy was determined to go on with the show.

The film was directed by Ben Wainwright-Pearce and features over 200 hours of footage accumulated from the day of the concert. A home media box set will be released on December 11, featuring full versions of some performances and an audio companion.

This film matters to listeners because it provides a unique opportunity to experience Ozzy Osbourne's final performance and celebrate his legacy with fellow fans.