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Gloria Gaynor: I Will Survive

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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 02/16/2024
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. Go to Full Review
Dwight Brown DwightBrownInk.com 06/15/2023
3/4
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. Go to Full Review
Sarah Knight Adamson Sarah's Backstage Pass 02/22/2024
4/4
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. Go to Full Review
Valerie Kalfrin AWFJ.org 07/08/2023
an affectionate and engrossing documentary filled with confessional interviews, historical videos, and intimate footage of disco’s onetime queen recording her first gospel album. Go to Full Review
Christopher Bourne In Review Online 06/17/2023
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. Go to Full Review
Jeanine T. Abraham Black Girl Nerds 06/12/2023
4/5
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. Go to Full Review
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Kathy P 02/14/2024 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. See more William G 02/14/2024 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 See more Anita 02/14/2024 The movie was great. It was really interesting to watch and hear about the story of Glorias life. . I really enjoyed it. See more Jacqueline R 02/14/2024 Wow! Wonder bio learn a lot about her. Gifted and strong. Never give up. See more Stephen C @bob25009 Oct 10 Real footage in 1 hour and 39 minutes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! See more B G 02/18/2024 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. See more Read all reviews
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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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