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It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley Documentary Draws Strong Critical Praise Ahead of Theatrical Release

Critics praise its archival material, nuanced storytelling, emotional depth in advance of its August 8 theatrical premiere

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Overview

  • Amy Berg’s authorized film draws on rare personal archives, voicemails and unreleased footage provided by Buckley’s estate
  • Mary Guibert, Buckley’s mother and estate executor, serves as executive producer and on-screen contributor, reflecting on their bond
  • Interviews with former bandmates and partners offer intimate insights into his creative process, personal struggles and the myths surrounding his 1997 drowning
  • Following its Sundance debut in January and a July trailer launch by Magnolia Pictures, the documentary is set for U.S. theaters on August 8
  • The film will begin its theatrical run on August 8 and is slated to stream on HBO and HBO Max later this year