A loving tribute to Gene Wilder, but perhaps a bit too loving. Not mentioned are his first two marriages, his broken relationship with his adopted daughter Katherine - who is not mentioned at all. Terri Garr, who co-starred with him in Young Frankenstein, briefly dated him, and who has been critical of Wilder's behavior at the time is noticeably absent.
The best and most welcomed parts of the documentary are the coverage of Wilder's early years. Rare photographs, interviews, and audio from the man himself provide depth. Peter Ostrum who played Charlie in Willy Wonka and the Choclate Factory is a welcomed sight and provides great insight into Wilder's performance and technique as an actor.
Nevertheless, the film, while mentioning Wilder's movies, generally is uncritical of them, particularly his later films. The only negative thing they say is noting Willy Wonka lost money.
As Julie Nimoy is one of the executive producers this approach reminds me of the treatment of her father's first marriage in "Remembering Leonard Nimoy," which she also co-executive produced. Nimoy's divorce gets about 10 seconds of coverage -literally.
A good film, but some noticeable omissions.
The best and most welcomed parts of the documentary are the coverage of Wilder's early years. Rare photographs, interviews, and audio from the man himself provide depth. Peter Ostrum who played Charlie in Willy Wonka and the Choclate Factory is a welcomed sight and provides great insight into Wilder's performance and technique as an actor.
Nevertheless, the film, while mentioning Wilder's movies, generally is uncritical of them, particularly his later films. The only negative thing they say is noting Willy Wonka lost money.
As Julie Nimoy is one of the executive producers this approach reminds me of the treatment of her father's first marriage in "Remembering Leonard Nimoy," which she also co-executive produced. Nimoy's divorce gets about 10 seconds of coverage -literally.
A good film, but some noticeable omissions.