RogerEbert.com
This film is exceptionally skillful in matching the footage to the commentary in thoughtful, illuminating, and often touching pairings.
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Lucy and Desi
Amy Poehler directs this documentary tribute to Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz, stars of 1950s sitcom I Love Lucy. Ball had an immense influence on the creation of TV syndication, as she rose to become a true entrepreneur and multifaceted mogul. Through interviews and archival footage, this documentary is a tribute to one of the greatest trailblazers in comedy and entertainment.
2022102 minsUSAPaper Kite Productions, Imagine Documentaries, White Horse Pictures, Diamond Docs, Amazon Studios
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Independent
Amy Poehler’s documentary is an antidote to the failures of Being the Ricardos.
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The New York Times
(It) invites us to delight in the unexpected pairing of a famed funny lady and a hunky musician - but without analysis or nuance.
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The Globe and Mail
It is the definition of hagiography... but there is great energy in the copious amount of private footage of the couple.
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A.V. Club
If there’s one major drawback to Lucy And Desi, it’s that very little about it is surprising...
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Screen Daily
Lucy And Desi really fails to properly dissect what made (Ball) one-of-a-kind in favour of a focus on their partnership.
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Boston Globe
The chief complaint about Lucy and Desi is what a generally rosy picture it paints.
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Hollywood Reporter
Poehler’s telling is energised by a personal edge, searing and sympathetic...
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Lucy and Desi is available to stream in New Zealand now on Prime Video.