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Simran Hans Sight & Sound 2d
Directors Iain Forsyth and Jane Pollard construct a fictional ’Ministry of Not Forgetting’ led by Tilda Swinton to investigate the cultural legacy of Marianne Faithfull in a didactic documentary that works best in its more stripped back moments. Go to Full Review Katherine McLaughlin Little White Lies 5d
3/5
Instead of using talking heads for conjecture and opinion, it is Faithfull herself who is filmed admiring and lamenting her life. That is what sets this documentary apart as it delicately crafts intimate moments. Go to Full Review David Fear Rolling Stone Feb 5
If you can hold your tears from going by as she gives what would be her final performance, a rendition of “Misunderstanding” accompanied by Nick Cave and Warren Ellis, than you’re a stronger person than I am. Go to Full Review Rich Cline Shadows on the Wall 3d
4.5/5
The film's unusually offhanded approach is riveting. Go to Full Review Abby Olcese The Pitch Mar 12
It is a true celebration of a life that considers its subject as a full person, as well as representative of a time and place. Forsyth and Pollard are enamored with their subject. By the end of the film, you probably will be, too. Go to Full Review Alexa Dalby Dog and Wolf Mar 10
A must-see, whenever you were born. Especially if you are human. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

Cast & Crew

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Jane Pollard

Director

Iain Forsyth

Director

Tilda Swinton

Actor

George MacKay

Actor

Calvin Demba

Actor

Zawe Ashton

Actor

Movie Info

Director
Jane Pollard, Iain Forsyth
Producer
Beth Earl
Screenwriter
Iain Forsyth, Jane Pollard, Ian Martin
Production Co
Rustic Canyon Pictures
Genre
Biography, Documentary
Original Language
English
Runtime
1h 36m