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Kanye West Documentary ‘In Whose Name?’ Teaser Debuts Ahead of September Theatrical Release

The trailer frames Ye’s off-medication confession alongside uncensored family moments for viewer interpretation ahead of the Sept. 19 theatrical rollout

Overview

  • The Aug. 13 teaser opens with Ye declaring he’s been off his bipolar medication for five months and captures an emotional confrontation with Kim Kardashian.
  • AMSI Entertainment confirmed a U.S. theatrical launch on Sept. 19 across roughly 1,000 screens in partnership with AMC, Regal and Cinemark.
  • Director Nico Ballesteros compiled more than 3,000 hours of footage shot over six years starting at age 18 to craft an intimate, unfiltered portrait of Ye.
  • Trailer highlights include behind-the-scenes looks at mental-health struggles, family dynamics, Yeezy design sessions and Sunday Service gatherings.
  • Observers note the film’s refusal to offer commentary leaves open how it will address Ye’s antisemitic statements and the resulting public backlash.