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Neil Young: Heart of Gold

2006Movie1 h 39 minPG

DocumentaryMusic
81
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.7Metacritic856.8Rotten Tomatoes90%78%

A nostalgic, wholesome documentary movie about a real life story and show business, with standout score and performances.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

Skip it if you want something to laugh at · you want dark or edgy material

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Story

In March 2005, Neil Young was diagnosed with a brain aneurysm. Four days before he was scheduled for a lifesaving operation, he headed to Nashville, where he wrote and recorded the country folk album Prairie Wind with old friends and family members. After the successful operation and recovery period, he returned to Nashville that August to play at the famed Ryman Auditorium, once again gathering together friends and family for this special performance.

Feels like

  • Intimate Music Documentary
  • Nashville Songwriting Tradition
  • Reflective & Poetic
  • Acoustic Performance Focus
  • Legacy of a Folk Icon
  • Warm & Nostalgic Atmosphere
  • Celebration of Craftsmanship
  • Quietly Profound

Cast

3 of 3

Crew

Directed by
Jonathan Demme
Produced by
Tom Hanks, Jonathan Demme, Ilona Herzberg
Music by
Neil Young

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Facts

February 17, 2006 · 1 h 39 min · PG

Released
February 17, 2006
Runtime
1 h 39 min
Age rating
PG
Genres
Documentary, Music
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Box office
$2 million
Available in
42 countries

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream Neil Young: Heart of Gold?"

Questions about Neil Young: Heart of Gold

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Where can I stream Neil Young: Heart of Gold?

Kanopy

In the United States, Neil Young: Heart of Gold is free with ads on Kanopy. You can rent or buy it from JustWatch TV Free, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.

Is Neil Young: Heart of Gold worth watching?

81
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81 (IMDb 7.7, Rotten Tomatoes 90%, and Metacritic 85). Critics rate it higher (88 out of 100) than audiences (74).

Is Neil Young: Heart of Gold okay for kids?

PG

Yes: it's rated PG in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Is Neil Young: Heart of Gold plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and pathos (7 of 10) more than on its plot.

Will I feel good after watching Neil Young: Heart of Gold?

BleakHopeful

Yes, it's an uplifting movie: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for wholesome and 7 for hopefulness.