Rent Pavarotti (2019)

Absolutely thrilling - Pavarotti review by CW

There are not enough stars to rate this excellent documentary. Another well thought out, important work by Ron Howard. Of course I knew of Pavarotti and have seen him years ago on TV and watched videos (unfortunately had not seen a live performance). So I already knew I would very much enjoy listening to that sublime voice and learning more about him. I had no idea though how powerful it would be to see the archive material of his childhood, family, early career, performances. I learned about his friends, agents, producers and friends. You see his family. You see that delightful almost boyish smile, that absolute joy when he sang or just the thrill of being alive. He worked in opera and with rock and roll stars. He raised millions for charity. He seemed generous with fellow performers such as Jose Carras and Plácido Domingo. I would watch a section of one of his performances and then reverse to watch again and again. My gosh, I was stunned at the drama, the magic. A must see. 

A unique talent - Pavarotti review by DM

Let me say first off, I am not into opera, but I enjoyed listening to Pavarotti singing and indeed have one or two of his albums.

In this excellent film by Ron Howard, we enjoy footage from his younger years and his family, the rise to world renowned singer, his many love interests, his live life to the full nature, and always that endearing smile.

Beyond that we see, things I was unaware of, like how he pushed to get the three tenors together following Jose Carrea's illness, his amazing charity gigs, and his rather controversial link up with rock stars, which appalled the opera fraternity, but the public loved.

Luciano was a gregarious man, enjoyed food, women and life itself, but most of all he loved to sing, and at that he was brilliant.

Watch the film, you will not be disappointed

Not enough - Pavarotti review by CSF

I gave 4 stars instead of 5 because it was too short and not detailed enough for me. Of course this film is a must and I thoroughly agree with the comments of all those who gave 5 stars.