Harold and Lillian: A Hollywood Love Story
Zeitgeist Films | Release Date: April 28, 2017 CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
75
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Generally favorable reviews based on 9 Critic Reviews
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9
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0
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83
Christian Science MonitorPeter RainerMay 19, 2017
Make no mistake: The Michelsons have a lot more going for them than their marital longevity. As the documentary makes clear, both Harold and Lillian made integral contributions to some of the most iconic movies in Hollywood history. Read full review
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VarietyOwen GleibermanMay 12, 2017
Harold and Lillian: A Hollywood Love Story, directed by Daniel Raim, is a passionate and beguiling movie-love documentary that shines a light on two of the unsung artisan heroes of Hollywood. Read full review
80
The New York TimesMonica CastilloApr 27, 2017
Like flipping through misplaced leaves in a photo book, the documentary maintains a free-flowing tone as it uncovers the work that went into creating some of the indelible scenes in Hollywood history. Read full review
80
Village VoiceBilge EbiriApr 26, 2017
For an hour and a half, this charming little movie, with its chatty talking heads and its sweet-natured subjects, offers a glimpse into the lives of two fascinating people whom I had never heard of, and who shared an unlikely life filled with achievements and setbacks, wonder and pain. Read full review
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San Francisco ChronicleMick LaSalleJul 19, 2017
This is a likable documentary that casts light on two respected but relatively unknown people, who made major contributions to film and managed to have a normal life — and in Hollywood, of all places. It’s nice to know such things are possible. Read full review
75
Washington PostStephanie MerryJul 13, 2017
The story it tells is conventional, chronological and straightforward. And that’s enough. With a story this charming, who needs bells and whistles? Read full review
75
RogerEbert.comNick AllenMay 12, 2017
Most of all it is a pure story about love, without the scandals. Read full review
70
Los Angeles TimesSheri LindenMay 11, 2017
Their personal story is no less fascinating than their experiences working on hundreds of movies, together and separately. Read full review
63
The Globe and Mail (Toronto)Nathalie AtkinsonApr 26, 2017
The couple are the movie’s saving grace – especially Lillian, now 87, who regales in every story. Read full review
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