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Beyond the glitz and glamor. I Am: Celine Dion offers a heartfelt and poignant look at the life of the iconic singer behind everyone’s favorite soundtrack (which she hates, by the way). The film paid tribute to Dion’s incredible talent and spirit, peppered with moments through the duration of the documentary that remind the audience of the icon’s enduring love for music despite her struggles.

Her career wasn’t always picture perfect. The film opens with touching scenes of Dion surrounded by her children and her team, but the comforting backdrop was a ruse, taking a quick nosedive into the more painful aspects of her life, setting the tone for the rest of the film. Viewers witness Dion’s struggles with Stiff Person Syndrome — a rare neurological disorder that affects muscle movement — including a distressing scene where she has a seizure.

The juxtaposition is intense. There’s heart-wrenching glimpses of her reality followed by clips of the vibrant performances that defined her career, highlighting the irony of a gifted artist who now struggles to even move her body. It was a captivating watch that shatters the illusion of fame and humanizes celebrities.

WHERE TO WATCH- You can watch the documentary on Amazon or watch the trailer (runtime:2:18).

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