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Elaine Stritch: Shoot Me

2013

Chiemi Karasawa

Documentary, Self: Elaine Stritch, Alec Baldwin, Tina Fey ...

6.6

27

Documentary What does it mean to be a performing artist - first, last and always? Broadway legend Elaine Stritch can answer that. At 87, Stritch is still here, dominating the stage in her one woman cabaret act, torturing Alec Baldwin on 30ROCK, giving us her take on aging, her struggle with alcohol and diabetes, and the fear of leaving the follow spot behind. In stolen moments from her corner room at the Carlyle, and on breaks from her tour and ... [+]

	Media	Author	Review
		Scott Foundas Variety	"A superior celebrity docu that finds the Broadway legend contemplating retirement as well as her own mortality."
		David Rooney The Hollywood Reporter	"What makes this film such a warm and touching portrait is that it reveals a woman who, even at her lowest, never loses her sense of humor."
		Eric Kohn IndieWire	"The movie acts as the quintessential celebration of a thoroughly distinctive character."
		Keith Uhlich Time Out	"It's gratifying beyond words to witness this consummate performer as she feeds off an audience's energy, turning flubs and forgetfulness continually to her advantage. (...) Rating: ★★★★ (out of 5)"

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