An Affair of the Heart
Films Transit International | Release Date: October 12, 2012 CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
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Mixed or average reviews based on 5 Critic Reviews
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Time OutJoshua RothkopfOct 10, 2012
If the documentary lacks anything, it's a firmer grasp of Springfield's own transformation, from "kind of a dick" (per ex–MTV jock Mark Goodman) during his heyday to a giving, appreciative showman. Call it humility, shaded with weird, two-way neediness. Jesse's girl may have dodged a bullet. Read full review
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The New York TimesAndy WebsterOct 10, 2012
An agreeable documentary about the pop singer Rick Springfield and his legions of female fans. Read full review
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VarietyJohn AndersonOct 14, 2012
While she creates an affectionate portrait of the charismatic musician, helmer Sylvia Caminer is really concerned with the meaning of fandom; anyone harboring an inexplicable or arcane passion could conceivably be interested. Read full review
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The Hollywood ReporterFrank ScheckOct 12, 2012
The result is more promotional film - Springfield happens to have recently released both a new album and an autobiography - than intriguing sociology, although the rabidly intense middle-aged female fans on display are probably deserving of psychological study. Read full review
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Village VoiceSimon AbramsOct 10, 2012
An Affair of the Heart's focus is so vaguely sketched out that it ultimately could be about any grateful artist who enjoys a modicum of celebrity years after his initial success. Read full review
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