Big Star: Nothing Can Hurt Me

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Big Star: Nothing Can Hurt Me

PG-13

2013

1h 53m

Documentary

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In the 1970s, Memphis-based band Big Star achieved critical acclaim but not mainstream success. Despite a lack of popularity, the band's music influenced such diverse artists as R.E.M., Wilco, Jeff Buckley and Elliott Smith.

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Big Star: Nothing Can Hurt Me offers a persuasive argument for its subjects' cult classic oeuvre -- and presents a painfully passionate lament for their untapped potential.

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Michael Hann

Guardian

08/01/2014

3/5

The result is an observed story, without the why of Big Star's musical disintegration that is at the heart of their enduring legend.

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Adam Woodward

Little White Lies

07/31/2014

3/5

Rewards true fans while enticing the uninitiated.

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Chris Vognar

Dallas Morning News

07/30/2013

It feels thorough, and very affectionate. It just needs more of a narrative hook, a through-line from start to finish that can enhance the story for those not yet in the club.

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Phil Gallo

Billboard

01/26/2024

Drew DeNicola and Olivia Mori's finely detailed documentary...

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Dan Brightmore

NME (New Musical Express)

05/26/2021

4/5

If you already know Big Star then Nothing Can Hurt Me is a brilliant documentary and a fine testament to a brilliant group of musicians. If you don't: consider this a fascinating introduction.

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Amie Simon

Three Imaginary Girls

03/02/2019

... a complete picture of Big Star from its inception to its demise - and later resurrection - and of course, it's loaded with awesome tunes .

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Pete B

@RT37223507 03/25/2025

I love Big Star, so I was excited for this, but it felt a little… slow? The music is amazing, obviously, but the storytelling just didn’t grab me as much as I hoped. It’s a good watch if you’re a fan, but if you don’t already know the band, it might not pull you in.

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Bahad j

@RT27093708 08/07/2024

The idea behind this movie moved me a lot, but it was a movie with really satisfying expectations

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Geke g

@RT40239519 08/02/2024

Nothing can beat this

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Gnr E

@RT37822449 07/29/2024

Yeah my friend recommended it to me too. Its worth watching ty.

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Munkhchimeg T

@RT64187897 07/29/2024

My friend recommended to me. Worth it for 2 hours. I like it. Good movie

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KB B

@Okbullard 01/05/2024

This was such a great band that I'd never heard of. It's definitely a compelling watch. I remember enjoying The Letter by The Box Tops in the 60's.

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Synopsis

In the 1970s, Memphis-based band Big Star achieved critical acclaim but not mainstream success. Despite a lack of popularity, the band's music influenced such diverse artists as R.E.M., Wilco, Jeff Buckley and Elliott Smith.

Director: Drew DeNicola, Olivia Mori
Producer: Olivia Mori, Danielle McCarthy, Drew DeNicola
Screenwriter: Drew DeNicola
Distributor: Magnolia Pictures
Production Co: The Group Entertainment
Rating: PG-13 (Brief Strong Language|Drug References)
Genre: Documentary
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jul 3, 2013, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Oct 4, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA): $105.0K
Runtime: 1h 53m

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