An exciting and involving rock music doc, a smart and satisfying look inside that tumultuous world.
78
Austin ChronicleKimberley Jones
Austin ChronicleKimberley Jones
Much to cheer here, from its treasure trove of early and alternate versions of songs to the triumphant finale.
75
Entertainment WeeklyOwen Gleiberman
Entertainment WeeklyOwen Gleiberman
A modest vérité portrait of Wilco, the engagingly melodious, deeply unglam alt-folk rockers.
70
Film ThreatTim Merrill
Film ThreatTim Merrill
In 30 years’ time it might seem as incisive a document of its time as, say, “Don’t Look Back” or “Gimme Shelter.” As a study of how the current corporate idiocy impacts one man’s art, it’s priceless.
63
New York PostMegan Lehmann
New York PostMegan Lehmann
The concert footage is stirring, the recording sessions are intriguing, and -- on the way to striking a blow for artistic integrity -- this quality band may pick up new admirers.
what we've got here is a little propaganda film. A mild one, certainly, but the cliché of DIY hopefuls (band) versus the Big Machine (music industry) foments the same tedious struggle of art versus commerce.
50
Miami HeraldConnie Ogle
Miami HeraldConnie Ogle
A slightly dull film by photographer Sam Jones.
50
San Francisco Chronicle
San Francisco Chronicle
Business intrudes on art.
40
Village VoiceJessica Winter
Village VoiceJessica Winter
Jones's documentary, named for the opening song on Foxtrot, is most effective as a poison-pen missive to Corporate Rock.