Whitney Poster
68
metacriticBased on 7 Critics

Release Date: July 6th, 2018

Not Yet Rated|2 hr 0 min

Plot Summary
Filmmaker Kevin Macdonald examines the life and career of singer Whitney Houston. Features never-before-seen archival footage, exclusive recordings, rare performances and interviews with the people who knew her best.

Director: Kevin Macdonald

Genres: Music, Documentary

Production Co: Altitude Film Entertainment, Happy Street Entertainment, Lightbox

Distributors: Roadside Attractions, Miramax Films

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  • 60
    The Guardian

    It’s a film principally and poignantly focused on the absence of Whitney, an aching void felt as much in life as in death. Many of us missed Whitney even before she left; this imperfect documentary preys calmly and effectively on that longing. show more

  • 70
    Tim GriersonScreen International

    Whitney is strongest when it connects Houston to the larger history of Black America, illustrating how this glamorous performer grew up in poverty and never entirely escaped the obligation of helping to pull up her underprivileged family members. show more

  • 80
    David RooneyThe Hollywood Reporter

    It's a riveting narrative, and even those not among Houston's more passionate fan base will find it an emotionally wrenching experience. show more

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