Drew: The Man Behind the Poster
Kino Lorber | Release Date: August 16, 2013 CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
59
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Mixed or average reviews based on 7 Critic Reviews
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2
Mixed:
5
Negative:
0
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75
The A.V. ClubNick SchagerAug 14, 2013
Erik Sharkey’s documentary is far less adventurous than Struzan’s own creations, using a straightforward chronological structure and talking-head format to pay tribute to Struzan’s legendary output. Read full review
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VarietyPeter DebrugeAug 18, 2013
The director commissioned Struzan to paint the one-sheet for his debut, “Sexina: Popstar P.I.,” and while this sophomore effort is no masterpiece, it’s far more deserving of Struzan’s talent. Read full review
60
The Hollywood ReporterJohn DeForeAug 18, 2013
Although it offers some insight into his distinctive technique, it could have gone much further. But viewers will appreciate spending time with this cheerful, unassuming man, and will enjoy seeing the artist acknowledged by celebrities who owe him so much Read full review
60
New York Daily NewsJoe NeumaierAug 16, 2013
A colorful account of the life and art of the recently retired Drew Struzan, whose amazing poster work from the 1970s onward still delights cineastes and casual observers. Read full review
60
The New York TimesAndy WebsterAug 15, 2013
At length, the cheerleading...becomes a mildly taxing torrent. And Mr. Struzan, while an agreeable presence, is not an especially engrossing speaker. But then there is his artwork, an essential aid to the movies — and often their superior. Read full review
60
Village VoiceSimon AbramsAug 14, 2013
Despite its title, Drew: The Man Behind the Poster is not a documentary about movie poster artist Drew Struzan. Instead, Struzan's poster art is the film's real subject. Read full review
50
The DissolveNoel MurrayAug 14, 2013
There’s a context to Struzan—not just biographically, but culturally—and while Sharkey seems to understand that, his movie, ironically, doesn’t illustrate it particularly well. Read full review
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