Watch Coldplay - Live at La Cigale 2012

Coldplay - Live at La Cigale 2012 is a concert film of the band's Parisian show filmed on the Mylo Xyloto tour. Coldplay, a band formed in 1996 in London, consists of lead vocalist and pianist Chris Martin, lead guitarist Jonny Buckland, bassist Guy Berryman and drummer Will Champion. Over the years, Coldplay has become a household name in the industry and their live performances are highly regarded.

The movie begins with a black and white shot of the exterior of the La Cigale theatre with fans queuing up to enter the show. The camera then moves to the stage where the band makes its entrance to a roaring crowd. The setlist includes songs from their fifth studio album, Mylo Xyloto, along with their earlier hits.

The stage is set with dozens of giant, brightly coloured helium balloons and confetti. The audience is seen jumping and screaming to the music, as Martin moves around the stage, jumping and dancing with a contagious energy. The band plays hits such as "Yellow," "The Scientist," and "Viva La Vida," which prompts the crowd to join in singing along. The band's vibrant energy is evident, and the audience is seen thoroughly enjoying themselves.

The band’s visuals are a mix of vibrant colours and lights, which add to the atmosphere of the show, with Martin himself seen jumping around amidst the confetti and balloons. The audience is treated to hits like "Charlie Brown" and "Paradise," which feature pulsing beats and guitar riffs that are guaranteed to get the crowd going. The band is seen interacting well with the audience and Martin does an impressive job of moving from the piano, guitar, and microphone while keeping the interactions with the audience high.

The film is interspersed with interviews with each of the band members, where they reflect on their performance and the tour. Buckland, Berryman, and Champion discuss how they’ve been able to maintain their bond as a group over the years, while Martin talks about how the band has evolved over time. The interviews shed light on the making of the album Mylo Xyloto, which the tour was supporting, and how the tour was planned.

The lively atmosphere is not limited to the band and audience interactions but the captivating lightshow that transports the audience into a different universe altogether. The band's performance also includes a performance of "Clocks," which starts off with a slowed-down introduction, building up to an epic climax. The crowd's excitement is palpable as Martin manages to keep the energy levels high throughout the performance.

The atmosphere is further electrified as the band performs "Princess of China," which features a visual light show that includes a replica of the album artwork in gigantic proportions that floats above the stage. The pulsating beats, coupled with Rihanna's high notes, take the performance to a new level.

The band takes the time out to pay tribute to the band's homeland by performing "God Put a Smile Upon Your Face" before taking the crowd on a trip back in time with "Clocks". As the show comes to an end, the band performs "Every Teardrop Is a Waterfall" ending in a high-energy, rave-like bombastic finish with the confetti guns at the ready.

Coldplay - Live at La Cigale 2012 is a concert film that captures the band's vibrant and energetic performance that's sure to get any music lover's heart racing. Martin, Buckland, Berryman, and Champion put on a show that is truly mesmerizing and the visuals add to the experience, making it unforgettable. The movie is a must-watch for fans of the band and for those who enjoy watching energetic performances on stage.