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Remembering Gene Wilder

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This loving tribute to Gene Wilder celebrates his life and legacy as the comic genius behind an extraordinary string of film roles, from his first collaboration with Mel Brooks in The Producers, to the enigmatic title role in the original Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, to his inspired on-screen partnership with Richard Pryor in movies like Silver Streak. It is illustrated by a bevy of touching and hilarious clips and outtakes, never-before-seen home movies, narration from Wilder's audiobook memoir, and interviews with a roster of brilliant friends and collaborators like Mel Brooks, Alan Alda, and Carol Kane. Remembering Gene Wilder shines a light on an essential performer, writer, director, and all-around mensch.
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Remembering Gene Wilder presents an affectionate portrait of a brilliant artist that entertains even as it hews to standard documentary conventions.

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Craig Mathieson The Age (Australia) 06/28/2024
The actor behind those hit performances comes to the fore in this affectionate biography from director Ron Frank, which uses narration from the now-deceased actor and typically oversized storytelling from former collaborator Mel Brooks to reacquaint us. Go to Full Review Mark Feeney Boston Globe 04/23/2024
2.5/4
“Remembering Gene Wilder,” which Ron Frank directed, is a somewhat unusual documentary, starting with the odd career arc it chronicles. The most unusual thing, and very much in a good way, is that Wilder serves as de facto narrator. Go to Full Review G. Allen Johnson San Francisco Chronicle 04/03/2024
2.5/4
“Remembering Gene Wilder” is a pleasant retro journey for fans and an efficient introduction to a comic genius for cineasts who might not know his work. It could have been so much more. Go to Full Review Robert Roten Laramie Movie Scope 02/01/2025
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The movie makes a convincing case that Wilder was a nice guy, although it does leave out some negative information about him. It has some good stories about Wilder's early career and relationships to Gilda Radner, Richard Pryor, Mel Brooks and others. Go to Full Review Ayla Ruby Loud and Clear Reviews 10/20/2024
3.5/5
Remembering Gene Wilder is more than a generic retrospective; it is a thoroughly researched and well-made documentary about a man to whom millions worldwide owe smiles. Go to Full Review Ben Wasserman Film-Forward.com 07/08/2024
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It’s not just that Gene Wilder starred in some of the best comedies ever made that made him such a beloved movie star. It’s that Wilder elevated his comedy persona into someone audiences from all walks of life could relate to, no matter the genre. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Andrew B 03/20/2024 Gene Wilder was like no other. This movie taught me so much about the man and the actor. See it. See more LEN 03/18/2024 interesting documentary about Gene Wilder and his personal and professional life.Well done and great interviews especially Mel Brooks! See more Lisa 03/17/2024 Any Gene Wilder or Mel Brooks will love this movie. Must see! See more Steve G @RT28412627 Sep 16 What a wonderful insight into the art of film making, friendship, love, and life. Gene Wilder embodied all of these, and much more. A delightful look at his life, and made me reflect on what makes a good person. See more Stephen C @bob25009 07/27/2025 Real footage in 1 hour and 32 minutes. See more Prisilia Dewi Lestari T @RT12991314 03/03/2025 i like this movie it's amazing See more Read all reviews
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Ron Frank

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Mel Brooks

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Alan Alda

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Carol Kane

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Glenn Kirschbaum

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David Knight

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Synopsis This loving tribute to Gene Wilder celebrates his life and legacy as the comic genius behind an extraordinary string of film roles, from his first collaboration with Mel Brooks in The Producers, to the enigmatic title role in the original Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, to his inspired on-screen partnership with Richard Pryor in movies like Silver Streak. It is illustrated by a bevy of touching and hilarious clips and outtakes, never-before-seen home movies, narration from Wilder's audiobook memoir, and interviews with a roster of brilliant friends and collaborators like Mel Brooks, Alan Alda, and Carol Kane. Remembering Gene Wilder shines a light on an essential performer, writer, director, and all-around mensch.
Director
Ron Frank
Screenwriter
Glenn Kirschbaum
Distributor
Kino Lorber
Production Co
Health Point Productions
Genre
Documentary, Biography
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Mar 15, 2024, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Apr 30, 2024
Box Office (Gross USA)
$166.2K
Runtime
1h 32m