STILL: A Michael J. Fox Movie (2023)

Nelson finds the documentary remarkable and heartfelt. She singles out its clever editing of performance footage to illustrate Fox’s life before and after his diagnosis.

Lloyd finds the documentary engaging and satisfying, while offering an affectionate portrait of Fox without fawning over him. He singles out the film’s candid, intimate access to Fox and his family, including its clear-eyed portrayal of Parkinson’s challenges.

Chaney finds the documentary clear-eyed and uplifting without becoming sentimental or demanding hero worship. She praises its inventive editing, which braids Fox’s films, archival footage, reenactments, and memoir narration into a portrait of his restless life.

O’Sullivan finds the documentary unmissable and praises Fox’s self-deprecating wit. She singles out the candid back-and-forth between Fox and director Davis Guggenheim, along with the banter with Fox’s family.

Kermode finds the documentary intimate, uplifting and frequently funny, praising Fox’s self-effacing candour and resilience. He especially singles out the loving portrait of Fox’s marriage to Tracy Pollan, which gives the film the feeling of a great love story.

Fienberg finds the documentary satisfying and inspiring, while noting that some parts of Fox’s life merit further exploration. He praises its intimate access and inventive blend of interviews, reenactments, and archival footage.

The critic finds the documentary well-crafted and moving, balancing nostalgia with candour. They praise Fox’s fearless, unhumbling attitude toward Parkinson’s and his mobility struggles.

Debruge finds the documentary upbeat, entertaining, and emotionally affecting. He especially praises how its archival clips and editing cleverly connect Fox’s career to his personal story.

Nugent finds the documentary heartwarming, heartbreaking, fascinating and funny, with Fox’s warmth making him delightful company. He especially praises the inventive blend of archive and dramatized footage, while noting the ending turns somewhat slushy.

The critic finds the documentary likable and moving, though it avoids examining Fox’s flaws too deeply. She praises how clips from his acting career illuminate his life and contrast with his present-day struggles.

Monson finds the documentary affecting and stronger than the usual celebrity biography. He praises Fox’s charismatic narration and the film’s use of performance footage to connect his roles with his life.

The review finds the documentary sincere and affecting, while noting that it could probe some parts of Fox’s later career more deeply. It praises the film’s nuanced account of the personal and family struggle to come to terms with Parkinson’s.

Grierson presents the documentary as an intimate portrait of Michael J. Fox. The standfirst highlights Fox’s willingness to bare his soul, but the review’s full verdict is behind a paywall.

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The critic calls the documentary an instant classic and a stunning achievement. They praise its inventive mix of archival footage and recreations, anchored by the candid Fox-Guggenheim conversations.

Hammond finds the documentary moving, entertaining, and enlightening, celebrating Fox’s resilience and life story. He especially praises the inventive editing that weaves footage from Fox’s roles into the events he recounts.

The critic calls the documentary uplifting, entertaining, and exceptionally cinematic, while wishing it had more time to explore Fox’s life and career. They especially praise the inventive editing that blends career footage and dramatizations into a lively narrative.

Bennett finds the documentary impressive, inspiring, and sometimes heartbreaking, praising its intimate, hopeful portrait of Fox told in his own voice. She especially singles out its inventive editing of archival footage and dramatizations to bring his life and career together.

The critic finds the documentary funny, affecting and deeply endearing. They especially praise Fox’s candid, grounded self-portrait and his openness about living with Parkinson’s.

Wilkinson finds the documentary engaging, balancing poignancy with a breezy, playful tone. She particularly praises the editing, which connects Fox’s performances to his personal experiences.

The critic finds the documentary touching and playful, though its rapid-fire use of clips can sometimes distract. They especially praise Fox’s candid conversations and self-deprecating humor.

Sandwell finds the documentary engaging but wishes it explored more of Fox’s life and career. He praises Fox’s infectious optimism and engaging presence, while noting the film’s limited depth.