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  • 2006
  • PG-13
  • Lionsgate Films
  • 1 h 45 m
  • 2006
  • PG-13
  • Lionsgate Films
  • 1 h 45 m

Summary Since bursting onto the scene in 1967, Leonard Cohen has inspired generations with his unique personality and haunting music, becoming one of the most original and enduring artists to emerge from the 1960s. Now, Lions Gate is proud to celebrate Cohen's legacy with director Lian Lunson's film, an intimate look at the songs, poetry and lif...

Directed By: Lian Lunson

Written By: Lian Lunson

  • 2006
  • PG-13
  • Lionsgate Films
  • 1 h 45 m
  • 2006
  • PG-13
  • Lionsgate Films
  • 1 h 45 m

Leonard Cohen: I'm Your Man

Metascore Generally Favorable Based on 27 Critic Reviews
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Summary Since bursting onto the scene in 1967, Leonard Cohen has inspired generations with his unique personality and haunting music, becoming one of the most original and enduring artists to emerge from the 1960s. Now, Lions Gate is proud to celebrate Cohen's legacy with director Lian Lunson's film, an intimate look at the songs, poetry and lif...

Directed By: Lian Lunson

Written By: Lian Lunson

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The only thing that tops Cave here is Cohen himself at the end, singing "Tower of Song" with U2.
By Michael Sragow FULL REVIEW
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The accolades are typically gushing - Bono likens Cohen to Byron and Shelley.
By Ken Fox FULL REVIEW
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Combines pieces of an extended interview with this Canadian singer-songwriter, poet and author, now 71, with a tribute concert organized by Hal Willner at the Sydney Opera House in January 2005.
By Stephen Holden FULL REVIEW
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Director Lian Lunson keeps the tone reverent, making I'm Your Man the cinematic equivalent of a testimonial dinner. But there's a place for that kind of film, particularly for subjects who've earned it.
By Keith Phipps FULL REVIEW
67
The film comes to life when Cohen is on screen.
By Bill White FULL REVIEW
50
The net effect is one of frustration and will surely send Cohen compleatists back to their record collections for relief.
By Ann Hornaday FULL REVIEW
30
Torturously dull.
By Jonathan Rosenbaum FULL REVIEW

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Production Company Lionsgate Films, SundanceTV, Con Artists Productions, Horse Pictures
Release Date Jun 21, 2006
Duration 1 h 45 m
Rating PG-13
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Tagline Songwriter. Poet. Counter-culture icon. Consummate ladies' man.
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Awards

Women in Film Crystal Awards
• 1 Win & 1 Nomination
Satellite Awards
• 1 Nomination

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