I screened this interesting documentary about the 70's icon at the 2011 Toronto Film Festival. Director Stephen Kessler, follows the entertainer for a couple of years to find out what he has been up to, how and why he crashed and burned out of the public spotlight. Also included is lots of archival footage of Paul appearing on the Muppet Show, Love Boat, Merv and lots of other venues. So if you're into 70's pop nostalgia you'll get a kick out of it:) Having said that, the lousy camera work almost completely derails the film. The photography is so bad it sometimes literally looks like the camera has been attached to a dogs collar, as its allowed to roam around the room. Fortunately experienced editor David Zieff salvages the amateur work of Kessler and his camera crew, and produces a very entertaining profile of Mr. Williams. Well worth seeking out.
Review of Paul Williams: Still Alive
