Who is Harry Nilsson (And Why Is Everybody Talkin’ About Him)?

A wildly entertaining, star-studded documentary about John Lennon’s favorite American musician, Who Is Harry Nilsson (And Why Is Everybody Talkin’ About Him)? is a vibrant and definitive portrait of one of the most talented singer-songwriters in pop music history. Directed by Emmy and Grammy nominee John Scheinfeld (The U.S. vs. John Lennon), the film combines compelling interviews with Nilsson’s family, friends and colleagues — including Brian Wilson, Randy Newman, Robin Williams, Micky Dolenz and Yoko Ono — with rare and never-beforeseen archival footage, home movies, and excerpts from a recently discovered oral autobiography. Delving deeply into Nilsson’s artistic process (including the genesis of classic tunes like “One is the Loneliest Number”), his combative friendship with John Lennon, and the addictions that haunted him in and outside the studio, Scheinfeld also depicts a devoted husband and father who finally found a measure of peace outside the passing glare of fame.

“Creates a lasting impression.” (Variety)

“A lively documentary...should case audiences to make room on their iPods for some serious downloading.” (Hollywood Reporter)

“Anyone susceptible to [Nilsson’s] graceful melodies, witty and poignant lyrics, and preternaturally sweet voice...will want to see “Who is Harry Nilsson?” The point of it is not, in the end, to explain him or solve the mystery of his life, but rather to spend time in his company and understand why he is someone to be missed.” (A.O. Scott, New York Times)