Hollywood's Most Polarizing Power Players Gets His Due In This Engaging Documentary
Premiering as a part of PBS's American Masters series, "Inventing David Geffen" is an engaging look at one of Hollywood's more polarizing power players. David Geffen has made his share of enemies through the years, but there is no denying his impact and success in the entertainment world. Susan Lacy's documentary takes a look primarily at Geffen's rise and his legacy. It's a candid, mostly positive, portrait in which many of Geffen's contemporaries acknowledge the man's volatile reputation while giving credit for his many accomplishments. "Inventing David Geffen" is certainly a respectful tribute. I wouldn't say it is an all encompassing vision of Geffen, though. Lacy's film rarely mentions struggles, hardships, or genuine unpleasantness. Every move Geffen made in his life seems to have led to a pre-determined success story. But if you love the business, Geffen's story is definitely one for the ages.
Admittedly, I probably knew more about Geffen than many before watching...
Really fascinating flick
If you're interested in a story about someone who simply willed success, this is it. What a story. Iwas spellbound, all 3 times. Plus, Geffen was at the center of the renaissance of music in the '60's, even facilitated it really. So if you're interested in how that amazing era of music came about you'll be fascinated by this film.
Amazing Story
In my younger days during the 60's 70's and 80's I was very aware of the name David Geffen. What I was not aware of was how broad a shadow he cast over the music industry. While he was a business man through and through he was a music lover first and the prime reason he was such a success.
What I was not aware of was his direct influence on some of the greatest movies of the 80's. This is an amazing documentary of an amazing man.
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