
Some great insights here into Bowie's early influences - what drove him as a songwriter - but also some interesting observations as to what drove him as a performer. It concentrates heavily on the 'talking heads' style of documenting, but he's such an interesting character that it deserves to be seen.... (Full plot summary below)
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Some great insights here into Bowie's early influences - what drove him as a songwriter - but also some interesting observations as to what drove him as a performer. It concentrates heavily on the 'talking heads' style of documenting, but he's such an interesting character that it deserves to be seen.
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| User ReviewShelley MI've been looking forward to watching this movie on Netflix and it didn't disappoint! I am a big Bowie fan, and being born in early 60's I've had the privilege of listening to David Bowie and watching his TV and movie performances for most of my life. I have to say this was a completely new variation that focused more on the human side of his life story, and the story behind it all is unlike other Bowie movies I've seen. I'd say this is more of a focus on the aspects of his early life and career mainly due to the people that are interviewed. Having those only who actually knew him and not others who can only comment on his talent was a relief. It would've been better with Bowie music material but I'd encourage everyone to give it a watch! The interviews are great, and the way Bowie's life story is told unique and interesting and it was not predictable at all. I really enjoyed this movie! |
| User ReviewAmy CWell crafted doc. Even though I regard Bowie as the greatest musical act if all time I hadn't really delved into his past. The most interesting aspect of this is you see a side to Bowie you don't usually see.i have to say that this was very good in that it covers much of his background. Kinda cool |
| User ReviewEli PWe already know his music ,I wanted to know more about the man. That's what this documentary covers really well. I learned so much about his incredible life, his past,his influences and most of all it gets to the core of who this elusive genius really was. Excellent |
| User Reviewduffy mThe movie draws on David Bowie's life and career, from his childhood to Brixton and adolescence, to the encounter with music that over the years has turned him into a true icon. Who does not remember his Ziggy Stardust and Thin White Duke? And his journeys in sound and textual territories that are always different? Experimentation has made him a true innovator, so much so that his oldest songs are still more contemporary than many other contemporary fruits. Very enjoyable It is useless to deny that his art, which he expressed even with the various changes of looks, has not influenced more than one generation and that he will remain immortal. |
| User ReviewCourtney HIt's a documentary about David Bowie's associates talking about their relationships to Bowie but not so much about the dude himself. They didn't seem to have rights to any of his music but extensive rights to a kitschy background soundrack, lame transitions/effects, and cringey interviews. I don't regret watching it but don't go into this expecting quality or "the definitive" David Bowie documentary. |
| User ReviewPatrick BWhat a shame - sham? Seemed like just a quick thrown together pseudo-documentary to make a buck after Bowie's death. The absence of any of his music just added insult to injury. |
| User ReviewJeremias GA documentary about one of the greatest musicians of all time with almost no music. Just sad to see, really really poor. |