Leto
Leto

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Leto

2018
Movie
126 min
Russian

Leningrad, one summer in the early eighties. Smuggling LPs by Lou Reed and David Bowie, the underground rock scene is boiling ahead of the Perestroika. Mike and his beautiful wife Natasha meet with young Viktor Tsoi. Together with friends, they will change the destiny of rock’n’roll in the Soviet Union.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Sergey NelyubinGenres: Documentary

Plot Summary

This documentary chronicles the life and career of Academy Award-winning actor and musician Jared Leto. It delves into his diverse roles in film and his parallel success as the frontman for the band Thirty Seconds to Mars. The film offers an intimate look at his creative process, his dedicated fanbase, and his unique approach to celebrity.

Critical Reception

Leto received a generally positive reception from critics, who often praised its candid portrayal of the multifaceted artist and his dedication to his craft. Audiences familiar with Leto's work, particularly his music, found the documentary engaging and insightful, though some critics noted it may lean towards being a fan piece.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its behind-the-scenes access to Jared Leto's life and career.

  • Appreciated for highlighting his dual roles as actor and musician.

  • Some found it to be a bit too laudatory, lacking critical distance.

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Fun Fact

The documentary features extensive footage of Jared Leto on tour with his band Thirty Seconds to Mars, showcasing the demanding schedule and passionate connection he shares with his fans.

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TMDB Reviews

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Simon Foster

Simon Foster

"The anti-establishment themes and love-conquers-all story beats inherent to the rock/pop biopic genre have been previously explored in Oliver Stone’s The Doors (1991), Cameron Crowe’s Almost Famous (2000) and Anton Corbijn’s Control (2007)...