Synopsis
Over 800 hours of footage, shot by Val Kilmer throughout his life, forms the basis of this documentary about his career and personal struggles.
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Synopsis
Val Kilmer narrates his life story through a collection of personal footage spanning over four decades. The documentary features home movies from his childhood, audition tapes, and behind-the-scenes clips from films like Top Gun and Batman Forever. It also addresses significant events, including the death of his brother Wesley and his marriage to actress Joanne Whalley. Directed by Leo Scott and Ting Poo, the film premiered at the Cannes Film Festival on July 7, 2021, and later streamed on Prime Video.
What Critics Say
The GuardianKilmer’s life and career is illustrated via the actor’s own recordings in an often curious yet incomplete mosaic.
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Why Watch
- Meet Val Kilmer through his own footage.
- See behind-the-scenes moments from his career.
- Find out about Kilmer's family life and personal struggles.
Did You Know
- Val Kilmer shot over 800 hours of footage throughout his career.
- The film premiered at the Cannes Film Festival on July 7, 2021.
- Val Kilmer's brother Wesley died during their childhood.
- The film has a 93% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 123 reviews.
- Amazon Studios acquired the rights to the film in May 2021.
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When did Val Kilmer's documentary premiere at the Cannes Film Festival?
Val Kilmer's documentary premiered at the Cannes Film Festival on July 7, 2021.
What is the approval rating of Val on Rotten Tomatoes?
Val holds an approval rating of 93% on Rotten Tomatoes based on 123 reviews.
Who narrates the documentary Val?
The documentary Val is narrated by Val Kilmer's son, Jack Kilmer.
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