British documentary about the man who found cult celebrity as his comic alter ego, Frank Sidebottom.
A charming tribute, even if it doesn’t quite get inside the head inside the head.
The colourful character behind Frank Sidebottom is the subject of an affectionate documentary.
This documentary about Sievey’s wacky comic creation makes a good case for bestowing posthumous national treasure status.
An impressive sift through one of the UK’s weirdest pop-cult phenomena, even if it doesn’t manage to unpick the strange relationship between Sievey and Sidebottom.
It’s not always a flattering portrait. Nor is it glamorous. And yet it’s precisely this unvarnished look at a way of life that continues to be mythologised and romanticised that gives the film added power.
Manchester musicians contribute to a portrait of the man behind comedy phenomenon Frank Sidebottom.
General release. Check local listings for show times.
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