Gloria Gaynor: I Will Survive

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Gloria Gaynor: I Will Survive

2024

1h 39m

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Gloria Gaynor: I Will Survive is the story of a Disco legend who, for five decades, has inspired millions with her words I WILL SURVIVE, but only understood the lyrics when she hit rock bottom at age 65 -- the film is about reinvention, the power of faith and a magnificent second act.

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Todd Gilchrist

Variety

Schechter means the film to serve as a cathartic resurrection for this fallen diva, but the filmmaker employs a perspective that’s almost too narrow to communicate the significance of her work and her legacy.

Feb 16, 2024

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Dwight Brown

DwightBrownInk.com

Photos, footage, TV interviews and a toe-tapping playlist provide a steady verve that will keep music fans, baby boomers and fellow survivors engaged for 99 minutes.

Rated: 3/4

Jun 15, 2023

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Sarah Knight Adamson

Sarah's Backstage Pass

What a wonderful film of an increbible woman, tt was amazing to see the footage from all over the world and how much her fans mean to her as vice versa.

Rated: 4/4

Feb 22, 2024

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Valerie Kalfrin

AWFJ.org

an affectionate and engrossing documentary filled with confessional interviews, historical videos, and intimate footage of disco’s onetime queen recording her first gospel album.

Jul 8, 2023

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Christopher Bourne

In Review Online

There’s no denying that I Will Survive hits the inspirational beats one would expect for this sort of story, but they are no less effective or moving for their familiarity.

Jun 17, 2023

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Jeanine T. Abraham

Black Girl Nerds

Gloria Gaynor in this documentary inspires the audience to believe it’s never too late to do whatever it is you want to do in a lifetime if you are granted the gift of a long life.

Rated: 4/5

Jun 12, 2023

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Kathy P

Even though I was the only person. In the theater. The movie was an excellent tell about her life. I loved the fact that she overcame. Her struggles. And challenges which most never do. And that she is in her 80s now. And still going strong. And if she did not found. God. And Christ. In her life. Her outcomes would have probably went down a different path. People should get out. And see this movie/documentary.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/14/24

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William G

Sooooo glad I saw this movie. It was inspiring and uplifting. I had no idea the impact the song I will survive had on the world. I salute Ms. Gaynor and her strength and determination to move forward in spite of the nay sayers and haters. This is a must see movie to boost your can do spirit and show the I can do all things through Christ that strengthens me

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/14/24

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Anita

The movie was great. It was really interesting to watch and hear about the story of Glorias life. . I really enjoyed it.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/14/24

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Jacqueline R

Wow! Wonder bio learn a lot about her. Gifted and strong. Never give up.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/14/24

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Stephen C

Real footage in 1 hour and 39 minutes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/10/25

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B G

Not only will Gloria Gaynor survive - she thrived. This documentary will inspire us all to never let anyone tell you what you can/can't do in life. Gloria is an icon and an example that if you believe in yourself anything is possible. The documentary weaves a wonderful fabric of Gloria's life from the lowest of lows to the highest of highs. The director does a great job of taking you on Gloria's journey and balancing heartfelt moments and humor. Well done!! Find this movie and go see it - you won't regret it.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/18/24

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Kieran Healy

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Synopsis

Gloria Gaynor: I Will Survive is the story of a Disco legend who, for five decades, has inspired millions with her words I WILL SURVIVE, but only understood the lyrics when she hit rock bottom at age 65 -- the film is about reinvention, the power of faith and a magnificent second act.

Director: Betsy Schechter
Producer: Betsy Schechter, David Zieff, Kieran Healy
Distributor: Fathom Events
Production Co: Storyville Entertainment
Genre: Documentary, Music, Biography
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Feb 13, 2024, Limited
Runtime: 1h 39m

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