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Built upon a 14 hour interview, McKellen: Playing the Part is a unique journey through the key landmarks of McKellen's life, from early childhood into a demanding career that placed him in the public eye for the best part of his lifetime. Using an abundance of photography from McKellen's private albums and cinematically reconstructed scenes, a raw talent shines through in the intensity, variety and devotion to that moment in the light.
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| Platform | Score | Points |
|---|---|---|
| IMDb585 votes | 7.4 | 7 pts |
| Rotten Tomatoes | 100% | 10 pts |
| Metacritic | 68 | 7 pts |
| Letterboxd | not available | skipped |
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Our PickOur PickMcKellen: Playing the Part (2018) has a Lantern Score of 8.1, from IMDb 7.4, Rotten Tomatoes 100%, Metacritic 68. Stream it in the US on Marquee TV Amazon Channel.