Lemmy 2010

Critics score:
83 / 100

Reviews provided by RottenTomatoes

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Andy Webster, New York Times: A diverting if hagiographic documentary with an unprintable subtitle. Read more

Joshua Rothkopf, Time Out: It's a quietly witty film, much like the dude himself. Read more

Ted Fry, Seattle Times: This 65-year-old gentleman with the distinctive facial hair and penchant for Nazi memorabilia is not only a certifiable rock god, he's also one of the most thoughtful fellas you'll ever find grinding our mega-decibels on a bass guitar. Read more

Mark Olsen, Los Angeles Times: Fun for fans and a healthy primer for those previously unaware, the film's overall air of fawning worship makes it feel softer than befits such a gruff, roguish figure. Read more

Ernest Hardy, L.A. Weekly: Devotees of Lemmy Kilmister will be in heaven watching this gushing love letter to the man who straddles rock subgenres, but anyone who's not already a fan will cry for mercy long before the nearly two-hour film ends. Read more

Ian Buckwalter, NPR: Lemmy gives the filmmakers enough time and candid access to create a profile of the man that goes deeper than just the sex, drugs and rock 'n' roll - even though in Lemmy's case, there's enough of a surplus of all three to power multiple documentaries. Read more

Liam Lacey, Globe and Mail: This parade of admiration is almost as exhausting as the experience of a Motorhead concert Read more

Richard Kuipers, Variety: Read more