CFF screening - short review - HARRY DEAN STANTON: PARTLY FICTION by Sophie Huber

Legendary character actor Harry Dean Stanton sits down in front of a camera, sings a few songs, says a few words and a few friends of his say share some memories with him.

The result goes far beyond it being an intimate and insightful portrayal of a man who has managed to willingly escape the limelight while retaining the respect as a performer he truly deserved. It also reveals a side of his we may never have known, such as his down to earth personality, his almost self-deprecating humbleness when talking about his memorable past roles and his heartfelt passion for music.

Partly Fiction also comes across as very imaginative and gratifying due to its naturalistic flow and an air of wise and sincere tranquillity. This deeply differentiates it from the countless more conventionally structured biographical documentaries and arguably even makes it more rewarding.

Sophie Huber’s work also enjoys some priceless contributions from big names such as David Lynch, Debbie Harry, Wim Wenders and Kris Kristofferson.