Teenage Paparazzo

Having seen Grenier's first documentary at the Toronto International Film Festival, I was excited to see 'Teenage Paparazzo'. Grenier has an honesty when he's behind the camera. He pulls no punches, making himself an open-book. He realizes his role in the machine of the paparazzi and uses his fame to gain access he otherwise wouldn't be afforded. The film is completely self-aware, allowing for an introspection about fame and its consequences that few celebrities or media would ever allow.

Very well done documentary with mostly good choices of talking heads, some very interesting ideas about fame and celebrity, and an admirably nuanced approach. Saw this with no previous knowledge of Grenier, although it seems he's had bit parts in a couple of Woody Allen films. On the other hand, it is the second Paris Hilton film I have seen, after THE CAT IN THE HAT. I just wish people wouldn't refer to movies they're in the process of making as "the project" (a bit like saying "the industry").

An ok documentary, but that kid was so annoying.

It was good enough to keep my attention from start to finish. The documentary presents the issue very impartially, placing multiple views on the subject.

A surprisingly well-done documentary. Some of it is a bit obvious, but he delves into the subject to a great extent.