"I Am: Celine Dion" documentary - Official Topic

[DCCeline]

 

 

Tell that to Michael Jackson's and Britney Spears's parents...

 

Or any other child celebrity that became addicted to drugs and/or alchohol (too many to name)

 

Or have mental illnesses and there are more then just MJ and Britney

 

Celine was very lucky honestly.

[tomantha]

That's true I never thought of it tbh.

 

Maybe it has to do with her going really BIG when she's 25 when the other got to this level of fame a decade prior in their lives?

 

Or maybe it's just that we don't know ! lol They do share a lot with fans and when you share that much, it's easy to hide things you don't want them to see too.

 

Who knows...

[scielle]

It’s official: https://variety.com/2024/film/news/celine-dion-documentary-amazon-mgm-1235891281/

 

“This last couple of years has been such a challenge for me, the journey from discovering my condition to learning how to live with and manage it, but not to let it define me,” she said in a statement. “As the road to resuming my performing career continues, I have realized how much I have missed it, of being able to see my fans. During this absence, I decided I wanted to document this part of my life to help others who share this diagnosis.”

 

“It’s not an expansive look at the life and times of the iconic pop singer, instead capturing a snapshot of a pivotal time in her career. The documentary spans about a year and chronicles Dion’s battle with Stiff Person Syndrome, a rare neurological disorder that affects the brain and the spinal cord. In the case of Dion, the illness halted her livelihood and ability to perform.”

 

I’m really glad this is the direction they decided to take with the project.

 

Edited January 30, 2024 at 02:19 PM by scielle

[Crazy for Celine]

https://www.instagram.com/p/C2ui43DOv0J/?igsh=cnc3Zzk5MnVtbXA1

 

I think we got a personal statement from Celine about her absence as written on the caption.

[remykyes]

WE'VE GOT A NEW STATEMENT FROM CELINE!!!

 

“This last couple of years has been such a challenge for me, the journey from discovering my condition to learning how to live with and manage it, but not to let it define me,” said Celine Dion. “As the road to resuming my performing career continues, I have realized how much I have missed it, of being able to see my fans. During this absence, I decided I wanted to document this part of my life, to try to raise awareness of this little-known condition, to help others who share this diagnosis.” -Celine

 

 

Also, this bit of news:

 

Amazon MGM Studios announced today that it has acquired worldwide rights to the feature-length Celine Dion documentary, I Am: Celine Dion. From Oscar-nominated filmmaker Irene Taylor, this documentary is a snapshot of a pivotal time in the life and career of one of the most recognized, respected, and successful performers in pop music history, Celine Dion.

 

This intimate exploration takes viewers on a journey inside Celine’s past and present as she reveals her battle with Stiff Person Syndrome (SPS) and the lengths she has gone to continue performing for her beloved and loyal fans. From visiting her couture touring wardrobe and personal effects to spending time in the recording studio, the documentary captures a global megastar’s never-before-seen private life. An emotional, energetic, and poetic love letter to music, I Am: Celine Dion captures more than a year of filming as the legendary singer navigates her journey toward living an open and authentic life amidst illness.

Edited January 30, 2024 at 02:17 PM by remykyes

[ivo]

Just saw it! I can’t wait!

[AdrienneM]

Now this is EXTREMELY interesting- I truly thought it would be a lead up to the discussion about SPS with maybe the last 5-10 minutes spent on it- but they’re going into true detail about it and I’m genuinely very excited for this documentary

[mirage]

https://www.celinedion.com/news/amazon-mgm-studios-acquires-worldwide-rights-to-feature-length-celine-dion-documentary-i-am-celine-dion-directed-by-oscar-nominated-filmmaker-irene-taylor/?fbclid=IwAR17O41RQlYty_UvvKBtTsDDjF_rYUMRRI0OXLcNt_x7g0XVvQ6tXxIdJnc

 

Things I noticed very quickly in the press release.

 

As the road to resuming my performing career continues? What does that mean?????

'To spending time in the recording studio'

 

 

This last couple of years has been such a challenge for me, the journey from discovering my condition to learning how to live with and manage it, but not to let it define me,†said Celine Dion. “As the road to resuming my performing career continues, I have realized how much I have missed it, of being able to see my fans. During this absence, I decided I wanted to document this part of my life, to try to raise awareness of this little-known condition, to help others who share this diagnosis.â€

 

"From visiting her couture touring wardrobe and personal effects to spending time in the recording studio, the documentary captures a global megastar’s never-before-seen private life."

 

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Edited January 30, 2024 at 02:22 PM by mirage

[scielle]

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/amazon-mgm-lands-celine-dion-doc-i-am-celine-dion-1235810027/

 

“The synopsis for the doc reads: “From visiting her couture touring wardrobe and personal effects to spending time in the recording studio, the documentary captures a global megastar’s never-before-seen private life. An emotional, energetic, and poetic love letter to music, I Am: Celine Dion captures more than a year of filming as the legendary singer navigates her journey toward living an open and authentic life amidst illness.”

 

Haha… I see we’re all tripping over each other posting the news. Exciting times.

Edited January 30, 2024 at 02:30 PM by scielle

[manu23]

... and the lengths she has gone to continue performing for her beloved and loyal fans.

 

Are they hinting something?

 

So excited! But it's going to be hard to watch for sure.

[scielle]

Now this is EXTREMELY interesting- I truly thought it would be a lead up to the discussion about SPS with maybe the last 5-10 minutes spent on it- but they’re going into true detail about it and I’m genuinely very excited for this documentary

 

I’m really glad this is the direction they’ve decided to head. So much more helpful to the rare disease community. And so much more interesting than a career review.

Sad thing is - sure doesn’t sound like there’s some great victory at the end here. Probably going to end on a “don’t know what the future holds” note.

[Alex_Incognito]

This is so exciting! They have to be hinting at something, no? Please Gods...and Céline...don't kill yourself performing like before.

[lyn]

Ah I’m so happy to hear from her!!! Though I agree with the top comments on her IG that picture was ever so slightly scary 😅 This will be a tough watch to see what she’s going through, but I really hope it was cathartic for her to make.

 

Listening to all my fav albums today in celebration!!

[Davey84]

From her site:

 

 

https://www.celinedi...g0XVvQ6tXxIdJnc

 

AMAZON MGM STUDIOS ACQUIRES WORLDWIDE RIGHTS TO FEATURE-LENGTH CELINE DION DOCUMENTARY, I AM: CELINE DION, DIRECTED BY OSCAR-NOMINATED FILMMAKER IRENE TAYLOR

January 29, 2024

 

The documentary, which will be available to stream on Prime Video, was produced by Sony Music Vision, in partnership with Sony Music Entertainment Canada, and Vermilion Films.

 

Amazon MGM Studios announced today that it has acquired worldwide rights to the feature-length Celine Dion documentary, I Am: Celine Dion. From Oscar-nominated filmmaker Irene Taylor, this documentary is a snapshot of a pivotal time in the life and career of one of the most recognized, respected, and successful performers in pop music history, Celine Dion.

 

This intimate exploration takes viewers on a journey inside Celine’s past and present as she reveals her battle with Stiff Person Syndrome (SPS) and the lengths she has gone to continue performing for her beloved and loyal fans. From visiting her couture touring wardrobe and personal effects to spending time in the recording studio, the documentary captures a global megastar’s never-before-seen private life. An emotional, energetic, and poetic love letter to music, I Am: Celine Dion captures more than a year of filming as the legendary singer navigates her journey toward living an open and authentic life amidst illness.

 

The documentary, which was produced by Sony Music Vision, in partnership with Sony Music Entertainment Canada and Vermilion Films, will be available to stream on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide. The Prime Video release date will be announced at a later date.

 

“This last couple of years has been such a challenge for me, the journey from discovering my condition to learning how to live with and manage it, but not to let it define me,” said Celine Dion. “As the road to resuming my performing career continues, I have realized how much I have missed it, of being able to see my fans. During this absence, I decided I wanted to document this part of my life, to try to raise awareness of this little-known condition, to help others who share this diagnosis.”

 

“Celine Dion is a global megastar with a career defined not only by her extraordinary work ethic and passion, but by her dedication to her fans,” said Jennifer Salke, head of Amazon MGM Studios. “This documentary is a raw, intimate portrayal of a pivotal time in her personal life and career, pulling back the curtain on her journey as she overcomes an unthinkable diagnosis. It’s an honor to be trusted with her story, and we can’t wait to share it with Prime Video audiences around the world.”

 

Emmy Award-winning and Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Irene Taylor’s most recent film Trees And Other Entanglements was released last year by HBO and explores our human obsession with the arboreal world. Taylor also recently won a Columbia-DuPont Award for her tragic investigation into one of the most trusted institutions in America, Leave No Trace: A Hidden History Of The Boy Scouts (Hulu). Premiering at Sundance in 2019 and later nominated for Special Merit in Documentary Filmmaking at the 2020 Primetime Emmy Awards, Moonlight Sonata: Deafness in Three Movements tells Taylor’s very personal story about her deaf son, her deaf father, and Ludwig Van Beethoven, as he went deaf while composing his famous sonata. Her other credits include Hear and Now, which won the Audience Award at Sundance in 2007; Beware the Slenderman, which received nominations for an Emmy and two Critics’ Choice Awards; The Final Inch, which was nominated for an Academy award and multiple Emmys; Saving Pelican 895; One Last Hug: Three Days At Grief Camp; Open Your Eyes; and Between Sound and Silence.

 

Since bursting onto the global music scene at the age of 13, Dion has sold more than 250 million albums during her 40-year career. Having earned five Grammy Awards, two Academy Awards, the 2016 Billboard Music Award lifetime achievement Icon Award, and recognition from the 2004 World Music Awards as the best-selling female artist of all time, Dion continues to break records. With chart-topping hits featured in blockbuster films including “Ashes” (Deadpool 2), “My Heart Will Go On” (Titanic), and “Beauty and the Beast” (Beauty and the Beast), she is a force in the industry and sets new standards of excellence.

 

In 2021, Dion faced the difficult decision of canceling her highly anticipated Las Vegas residency due to health concerns. Then, in December 2022, the singer courageously revealed her ongoing battle with Stiff Person Syndrome, ultimately leading to the cancellation of her Courage World Tour. Despite these setbacks, Dion remained dedicated to her craft and persevered, turning her attention to healing. In 2023, she showcased her talents by acting in the romantic comedy film Love Again and released five new songs on the accompanying movie soundtrack.

 

The documentary was produced by Irene Taylor, Stacy Lorts, and Julie Begey Seureau for Vermilion Films and Tom Mackay for Sony Music Vision. Dave Platel and Denis Savage serve as executive producers for Les Productions Feeling alongside Shane Carter for Sony Music Entertainment Canada and Krista Wegener for Sony Music Vision. The sale was negotiated by Sony Music Vision.

[mirage]

 

Im really glad this is the direction theyve decided to head. So much more helpful to the rare disease community. And so much more interesting than a career review.

Sad thing is - sure doesnt sound like theres some great victory at the end here. Probably going to end on a dont know what the future holds note.

Although this part seems like she is determined to get back on stage.

 

“As the road to resuming my performing career continues, I have realized how much I have missed it, of being able to see my fans"

 

I love this part though, she is so strong.

 

"The journey from discovering my condition to learning how to live with and manage it, but not to let it define me,” said Celine.

 

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[A new day...]

OMG

[Davey84]

what exciting news!!! Though there might not be a 'solution' right away, it does sound like Céline is still fighting to come back and that she misses us! It will be very interesting and emotional to watch. I am already proud of Céline to showcase herself in her weakest of times and be a spokesperson for so many SPS patients!

[célinedionfan_16]

Is there any info on the release date?

[Davey84]

Is there any info on the release date?

 

No not yet: The Prime Video release date will be announced at a later date.

[célinedionfan_16]

I'm still not giving up on the possibility of finally getting PMLALS What are the chances that's what the recording studio footage is?

[Nmj]

what exciting news!!! Though there might not be a 'solution' right away, it does sound like Céline is still fighting to come back and that she misses us! It will be very interesting and emotional to watch. I am already proud of Céline to showcase herself in her weakest of times and be a spokesperson for so many SPS patients!

 

We’ve wondered why she kept such a low profile… Rene taught her well… they will speak through a well directed documentary to showcase the illness. I’m also glad they went this route with the project, however, part of me wonders if it is too early to chronicle this journey as it seems they are so early on in a diagnosis to an illness they know so little about. I can’t wait to hear from celine in her own words… I would assume this release will coincide with huge press and finally some sit down interviews.

[Nmj]

I'm still not giving up on the possibility of finally getting PMLALS What are the chances that's what the recording studio footage is?

 

Celine recorded “Love Again” song after her diagnosis, I wonder if that’s the footage they will show… her first ever recording since being diagnosed with SPS.

[rfkavanagh]

From her site:

 

 

https://www.celinedi...g0XVvQ6tXxIdJnc

 

There's a lot to unpack in that press release! Sadly no launch date yet, but obviously everything is ready to go, so I'd imagine it'll show up on Prime in the next few months, hopefully with a solid promotional push behind it.

 

I guess now we know that Céline's SPS diagnosis will form a core, if not the core, focus of the documentary. I hope there's still room in there for deeper analysis of her overall career and success, and that this hasn't become purely an SPS documentary - admirable though the desire to raise awareness may be. I do think Céline will be willing to show a lot, so unless she's had milder effects, we might be a bit shocked at how her SPS symptoms manifest.

 

Also nice to see a reference to "the road to resuming my performing career" in there. I'm not holding my breath for anything big any time soon, but there is now hope and intention behind her return. The reference to visiting the recording studio is a hopeful sign, too, unless it was for the recording of Love Again since that likely took place during the period the documentary was being filmed. Or maybe they're ready to launch a full-on blitz of a return with the documentary, a new album, and a tour/residency announcement. Hey, I can dream...

 

I did laugh at the "living an open and authentic life amidst illness" bit, though, given how silent everything's been since the original announcement.

[Nmj]

 

 

There's a lot to unpack in that press release! Sadly no launch date yet, but obviously everything is ready to go, so I'd imagine it'll show up on Prime in the next few months, hopefully with a solid promotional push behind it.

 

I guess now we know that Céline's SPS diagnosis will form a core, if not the core, focus of the documentary. I hope there's still room in there for deeper analysis of her overall career and success, and that this hasn't become purely an SPS documentary - admirable though the desire to raise awareness may be. I do think Céline will be willing to show a lot, so unless she's had milder effects, we might be a bit shocked at how her SPS symptoms manifest.

 

Also nice to see a reference to "the road to resuming my performing career" in there. I'm not holding my breath for anything big any time soon, but there is now hope and intention behind her return. The reference to visiting the recording studio is a hopeful sign, too, unless it was for the recording of Love Again since that likely took place during the period the documentary was being filmed. Or maybe they're ready to launch a full-on blitz of a return with the documentary, a new album, and a tour/residency announcement. Hey, I can dream...

 

I did laugh at the "living an open and authentic life amidst illness" bit, though, given how silent everything's been since the original announcement.

 

There’s time for a career doc at a later time… the sps route will be way more knowledgeable, raise awareness and just have more purpose in my opinion. I'm usually one that prefers career info instead but this time I think they made the right call. You CAN’T ignore the elephant in the room. And it would be hard to go from talking about her illness to talking about her memories singing RDMH in the short mini dress’s I just think it would give us a sloppy feeling of whiplash.

[Zofia]

... however, part of me wonders if it is too early to chronicle this journey as it seems they are so early on in a diagnosis to an illness they know so little about.

 

In Céline's lifetime, this will not be a disease that is considered curable, so even if she manages to achieve remission, she will live with it for the rest of her days. So what does "too early" mean? Since she's already ready to share what she's had to go through, it shows her damn courage. And the significance this will have for the entire patient community is downright priceless. My admiration and respect for her has grown tremendously today.

[Nmj]

 

 

In Céline's lifetime, this will not be a disease that is considered curable, so even if she manages to achieve remission, she will live with it for the rest of her days. So what does "too early" mean? Since she's already ready to share what she's had to go through, it shows her damn courage. And the significance this will have for the entire patient community is downright priceless. My admiration and respect for her has grown tremendously today.

 

I agree with you. My point was maybe to see if she’s able to get to remission or if he have more clarity of if she’s able to return to singing with this illness. However that was just in the back of my mind, I’m really happy Celine is ready to open up and speak out about her illness. I think it’s brave and honorable.

[comingback]

Great news. But when we will get the trailer and the release date?

[MaiconSC]

" An emotional, energetic, and poetic love letter to music, I Am: Celine Dion..."

 

PLAY ME LIKE A LOVE SONG

 

I am so excited!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

And good news it will be in Prime Video!

[Abodi2002]

I'm still not giving up on the possibility of finally getting PMLALS What are the chances that's what the recording studio footage is?

Regarding play me like a Lovesong, in an attempt to keep expectations low I would say there is a 10% chance that it will be released. Please team Celine and Sony, prove us wrong and release it.

[Abodi2002]

I am glad we are finally getting an update on this! I’m guessing we’ll be waiting for quite a while yet, though, as a date hasn’t even been announced.