“He Was Outspoken From a Place of Love”: Steven Soderbergh on His John Lennon Doc
Steven Soderbergh discusses his documentary on John Lennon's final interview, highlighting its emotional resonance. The film explores Lennon's life during his last five years, focusing on his family and music. Soderbergh emphasizes the significance of this candid conversation and its impact on Lennon's legacy.
- ▪The documentary is titled 'John Lennon: The Last Interview' and features the musician's final conversation.
- ▪Soderbergh uses the interview as a foundation to explore Lennon's life and creativity in his last years.
- ▪The interview took place shortly before Lennon's tragic death in December 1980.
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| Canonical URL | https://www.rollingstone.com/tv-movies/tv-movie-reviews/steven-soderbergh-john-lennon-documentary-interview-cannes-1235552782/ |
| Publication time | Mon, 18 May 2026 13:00:00 +0000 |
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