SummarySongwriter is an intimate and personal look into the writing process of one of the world’s leading artists – Ed Sheeran. Songwriter details the creation of Ed’s third studio album Divide and gives an authentic insight into Ed’s life through never before seen home videos. Witness firsthand the creativity, from the very first chord to the finishing... Read More
Directed By:Murray Cummings
Written By:Murray Cummings
Songwriter
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Metascore
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Aug 16, 2018
90
Every glimpse behind the curtain brings new meaning to your favorite songs. You discover how intimate and personal this album is for Sheeran and how much it means to his family. After watching Songwriter, you will listen to Divide with a newfound perspective that makes each song sound even better than it did before.
Aug 15, 2018
63
Time will tell if this latest pop idol has staying power — the falsetto songs mostly run together in the ears of a non-fan — but even Sheeran doubters should appreciate the work ethic, musicianship and wit of this chart-topping ginger tyro.
Aug 23, 2018
60
Songwriter is intimate while oddly lacking insight into the artist himself, beyond the heart he pours into his lyrics.
Aug 16, 2018
40
Songwriter sells the “nice boy” bit well, but if you aren’t already a fan, it eventually becomes tiresome. There are occasional glimmers of a real person (wishing to topple Adele, laying down a “no Snapchat” rule at his house, etc.) but rarely is a feature film so bluntly just marketing.
Aug 15, 2018
40
While we learn little of interest about Sheeran himself, the film is arguably a thoroughgoing demystification of the industrial process behind the modern pop song.
Aug 15, 2018
30
Murray Cummings’ film is a cautiously peppy, unrevealing affair, showing little of the trial and tension that goes into artistic creation — just the finger-snapping moments when it all comes together.
Aug 15, 2018
20
With an ineptitude so thorough it borders on genius, Cummings achieves the rare feat of making Sheeran appear even more boring in person than he is on record.
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Nov 27, 2021
6
This is a gentle musical drama film. The plot is a bit weak but its an easy and enjoyable watch regardless and I thought the songs performed were quite fun. It obviously features country songs, not especially contemporary country songs, as the film dates from 1984. Its a pretty ok film really - I can't say there isn't any cheese present but then hey, this is a part-musical, so, what do you expect? it has the look of a feature length TV show, rather than a big glitzy Hollywood film but its not exactly awful. Its distinctly ok, especially if your a fan of country music, in which case I'd recommend it.
Production Company:
- Murray Pictures
Release Date:Aug 17, 2018
Duration:1 h 24 m
