If there really is a fascinating story, it has to be Sinead's. And therefore suitable for a documentary.
Nothing Compares works a long way. In particular, her upbringing and the start of her career are strongly emphasized. That her musical collaborator and former husband John Reynolds' participation provides valuable insight and information. The documentary spends a lot of time emphasizing Sinead's genuine commitment to shining a spotlight on injustice. She was ahead of her time. It also becomes clear here that Sinead was (and still is) a protest singer, who at some point became a pop star. And a megastar. The documentary tells in a good way the price she had to pay professionally and personally, because she stood up for what she believed in. This makes her unique and incredibly fascinating, and it clearly shows here.
The downside is that I would have liked to have her more involved in the documentary (besides old footage), and I could also have liked more about her career after her performance where she tore up the picture of the Pope.
But all in all, this is definitely worth watching. Both for new and old fans.
Nothing Compares works a long way. In particular, her upbringing and the start of her career are strongly emphasized. That her musical collaborator and former husband John Reynolds' participation provides valuable insight and information. The documentary spends a lot of time emphasizing Sinead's genuine commitment to shining a spotlight on injustice. She was ahead of her time. It also becomes clear here that Sinead was (and still is) a protest singer, who at some point became a pop star. And a megastar. The documentary tells in a good way the price she had to pay professionally and personally, because she stood up for what she believed in. This makes her unique and incredibly fascinating, and it clearly shows here.
The downside is that I would have liked to have her more involved in the documentary (besides old footage), and I could also have liked more about her career after her performance where she tore up the picture of the Pope.
But all in all, this is definitely worth watching. Both for new and old fans.