Buitenhuis nimbly maneuvers through the stages of Walker’s life and ensures that the ever-looming sadness does not invade the more lively aspects and personality. He gets the most out of his interviewees, including Walker’s manager Matt Luber, who considered Walker more than just a client. The movie does not vary in style but it is never dull. Walker lived a full, robust life during his time on this mortal coil. (Notably absent though, are Meadow herself and Vin Diesel).
Of course, the movie ends on the inevitable. Rob Cohen’s interview is heartbreaking as the day of Walker’s death is discussed. However, it is his siblings that will make the audience cry, as they recount how they heard about the tragic car accident. Many of them are barely able to get out the words of what happened and losing him still stings them to their core.
I Am Paul Walker reminds me quite a bit of the late actor himself. It is not the flashiest, nor most stylized of films, much in the same way he was a very understated actor. However, both the documentary and Walker emote such genuine and touching sincerity that leaps off the screen and into the viewers’ hearts.
I Am Paul Walker (2018) Directed by Adrian Buitenhuis. Starring Paul Walker, Ashlie Walker, Caleb Walker, Cody Walker, Rob Cohen, Tyrese Gibson, Wayne Kramer, Matt Luber, Paul Walker III, Cheryl Walker.
8 Stars (out of 10)
I was a big Paul Walker fan and have most of his films. It was a damned shame that he died such a senseless and careless death.
He had everything to live for and when his daughter moved in with him,he should have let that wild part of his life go.
I have seen copies of this series and was wondering if it was worth checking out,your review will have me buying this.
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