Patti Smith: Dream of Life

Not a conventional music doc; more like an experiment, an acquired taste, in tune with the undeniable, almost mystical, power of the one and only Patti Smith's art. The glimpse into the past (through stock footage and narration) isn't enough for the uninitiated (her 2010 memoir "Just Kids" offers much needed insight in this earlier doc's who's and where's), yet Patti's voice spitting out her life wisdom, the frenzied live clips and the intimate moments make this a must-see for fans of this icon.

As long as Dream of Life stays an etude it is a lovely, emotional artifact.

"A series of elegiac episodes from the life and mind of the fantabulous rock n' roll chanteuse and poetess." - Ed Gonzalez

Beautifully understated portrait of the remarkable artist and inspiring person that is Patti Smith.

An intimate portrait of poet, painter, musician and singer Patti Smith that mirrors the essence of the artist herself. (imdb)