George Harrison: Living in the Material World (2011)

McCarthy finds the documentary richly satisfying and consistently engaging. He especially praises its extraordinary archival footage, intimate interviews, and wealth of musical material.

Lloyd finds Scorsese’s documentary a lovely, emotionally rich portrait of Harrison, though it leaves out information and sometimes fails to explain what it includes. He especially praises its musical arrangement and depth of feeling.

The critic finds the film a long, loving tribute that sometimes struggles to uncover Harrison’s private self. The archive and interview material is especially praised for its editing.

Bradshaw finds the documentary affectionate and cherishable, though indulgent and overlong. He singles out the thrilling use of “While My Guitar Gently Weeps” and the stunning early photographs.

Debruge finds the documentary a thoughtful, emotionally engaging portrait rather than mere hagiography. He praises its exploration of Harrison’s lifelong spiritual search, while noting that its rapid chronology and unexplained details can leave newcomers behind.

Murray finds the documentary shaggy but ultimately moving, with its focus on Harrison’s search for meaning giving the film emotional force. He praises Scorsese’s use of studio outtakes and archival footage, while faulting the film for not probing Harrison’s weaknesses more deeply.

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The review finds Scorsese’s documentary compelling overall, though not wholly revelatory. It singles out the film’s extensive access to Harrison’s life and the people around him.

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Schager finds the documentary bloated and frustratingly short on insight, calling it a missed opportunity. He praises its assured editing and wealth of archival footage, but says the film offers no unexpected revelations.

The article recommends the documentary as a comprehensive, satisfying portrait of Harrison. It praises the film’s honest treatment of his life, though it says the four-hour account flies by too quickly.

Price calls the documentary a beautiful and revealing account of Harrison’s life. She praises its stellar interviews and rare archival footage, which bring fresh perspective to a familiar story.

The critic finds the film a fitting, celebratory tribute, though it glosses over some difficult aspects of Harrison’s life. He especially praises the rare footage and Harrison’s matter-of-fact letters home to his parents.