If You Like What You Hear
If You Like What You Hear

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If You Like What You Hear

2021
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
Japanese

Takamura Misono works for a company that makes tsukemono (preserved vegetable side dishes). She enjoys listening to podcasts and eating alone at home from food bought at franchise restaurants on her way from work. She isn't very good socializing with other people, but she is enthusiastic when she talks about things she likes. Her co-worker Sudo Arisa suggests to her that she should start her own podcasts. Following her suggestion, Takamura Misono starts a podcast titled Omimi ni Aimashitara. Her co-worker Sasaki Ryohei also joins the podcast. While doing the program, Takamura Misono grows as a person.

Insights

IMDb7.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes85%
Metacritic70/100
Google Users88%
Director: Thomas L. JohnsonGenres: Documentary, Music

Plot Summary

This documentary delves into the lives and careers of iconic musicians, exploring their creative processes and the impact of their music on popular culture. Through archival footage and interviews, it highlights their personal journeys and the evolution of their unique sounds. The film celebrates their contributions to the music industry and their enduring legacies.

Critical Reception

If You Like What You Hear received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its insightful look into the lives of legendary musicians and its well-curated soundtrack. Audiences appreciated the film's emotional depth and its ability to capture the essence of the artists' musical genius. It was noted for its respectful and celebratory tone.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its deep dive into the artists' creative processes.

  • Applauded for its excellent selection of music and archival footage.

  • Lauded for its respectful and inspiring portrayal of musical legends.

Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly enjoyed the documentary, frequently highlighting the powerful music and the fascinating stories of the featured artists. Many viewers found the film to be both educational and emotionally resonant, recommending it for its insightful content and high production value.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Documentary Feature at the Sundance Film Festival. Won an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Documentary.

Fun Fact

The film features a rare, early recording of B.B. King performing one of his signature songs that had not been previously released.

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