83
Metascore
16 reviews · Provided by Metacritic.com
- 100Time OutKeith UhlichTime OutKeith UhlichThis is Young in his playroom, grabbing his toys at random while indulging his every antimelodic whim, and Demme’s off-the-cuff approach makes for the perfect aesthetic complement.
- 100New York Daily NewsElizabeth WeitzmanNew York Daily NewsElizabeth WeitzmanIf he has overlooked your favorites, have faith: There’s plenty left in the trunk for that promised encore.
- 90Village VoiceVillage VoiceRemoving even stage banter, the focus is entirely on performance, save for a few "candid backstage" bits--Young getting a cracked nail filed down, etc. Devotees will thrill to rarities like "Kansas" and "Mexico."
- 90Chicago ReaderChicago ReaderThe music sounds terrific, with Young's wizened expression and rheumy eyes belied by the storming intensity of his performances. Demme has said, "If you're not a Neil Young fan, don't waste your time," and that's really all you need to know.
- If you're a fan of the indomitable Canadian rocker - high-pitched voice, proto-grunge guitar, total immersion in the music - then you want to see Neil Young Trunk Show on the big screen, for sure.
- It's not always pretty, but Neil Young Trunk Show is very much rock 'n' roll.
- 80The Hollywood ReporterThe Hollywood ReporterWhile Demme's latest doc might not fully express the sublime arc of Young's career, it's another worthy contribution to the artist's lifelong body of work.
- 75The A.V. ClubKeith PhippsThe A.V. ClubKeith PhippsDemme’s excitement for Young and his music is evident throughout, and the songs fit comfortably in the unvarnished setting.
- 75San Francisco ChroniclePeter HartlaubSan Francisco ChroniclePeter HartlaubCaptures an artist who has decided not to burn out, but to fade away with dignity.
- 63Boston GlobeTy BurrBoston GlobeTy BurrThe movie’s not all glorious noise.