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6.3 out of 10

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  1. ChadS.
    Dec 11, 2007
    6
    On film, using the same long takes of William Eggleston at work, on his feet with a camera in tow, shooting life, the viewer can imagine that a blow-by-blow account of the artistic process could make for compelling viewing. But "William Eggleston in the Real World" is shot on video tape. For photography neophytes(such as myself), we wait patiently for the narrator to explain his importance in the art world. If Eggleston is a humble man(he seems to hate the word "artist" as did the filmmaker John Ford), "William Eggleston in the Real World" is definitely not his cup of tea. Thankfully, there are the photographs. This original but slightly off-putting documentary shows us why in most biopics, we rarely see the artist at work. Snapping pictures is not dramatic, and it takes the mystery out of the finished product.… Expand
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69 out of 100

Generally favorable reviews - based on 13 Critics

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  1. Salon.com
    Reviewed by: Andrew O'Hehir
    40
    Almost utterly defeated by its subject's sardonic stonewalling.
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  2. Variety
    Reviewed by: Ronnie Scheib
    40
    Despite Almereyda's strong following in arthouse circles, William Eggleston in the Real World --which requires patient if not repeat viewing -- will probably not venture far into it.
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  3. Village Voice
    Reviewed by: Ed Halter
    80
    Subtle, elegant documentary.
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