Fascinating documentary about the actor Faye Dunaway! With interviews from the actor, her son, friends, and old interviews spliced in, the documentary does a brilliant job at giving the backstory behind an acting legend. Worth watching! 4 stars

Interesting enough documentary about Faye Dunaway, the person and the actress. Could have been more though I found her son Liam’s comments and perspective the most truthful and meaningful.

Just watched "FAYE" @hbomax @StreamOnMax ... Dunaway is absolutely as legendary as Bette Davis, the two are equals in their field. Dunaway's acting is as precise as a high end Swiss watch, her passion and honesty are true, and the fact that her adopted son loved her so much is a testament to her brilliance as a person. I loved that she was not shy to tell the world that the love of her life was the exceptional Marcello Mastroianni, with whom she had a two year relationship. Yes, truly talented people may be difficult at times, as they strive to form the balance of perfection, while remaining true to themselves, and they have an entire gamut of temperament. My favorite artists, and I share a lot of these traits, because we possess true talent. My Grade: 10/10 #FayeDunaway

She’s brilliant for her time. In looking at her career, she delivers a line the exact same way in every movie. Reminds me the way Bea Arthur acts. She can’t go deep. It’s not a surprise she has bipolar disorder. She’s always been a mess and out of control. Directors couldn’t take her and she became difficult and inevitably lost her career. Great retrospect, but showcases a lot that explains why she was shunned by Hollywood. Rotten attitude.

Really good doc about an all time great actress.

A beautiful and nuanced look at one of Hollywood's most enigmatic stars. To see her life from the early days in theatre to her wildly successful movie career is nothing short of inspiring. With interviews from longtime friends and family, you get to really see the true Faye. I was especially moved to see her relationship dynamic with Sharon Stone. I admire Faye's feeling of obligation to share her talent and skills with those hungry to learn. While the film doesn't shy away from the more controversial aspects of her career, it does well to show the human side to this with her Bipolar diagnosis. Visually, the documentary is a treat, with a rich tapestry of clips and photographs that transport viewers back to the golden age of cinema. The narrative is well-paced, maintaining a compelling rhythm that keeps the audience engaged throughout. Overall, a respectful and insightful tribute.

An insightful portrait of a legendary talent.

I think any serious fan of 1960s/1970s American film has been waiting for a comprehensive look at Dunaway's life and career -- what a life and what a career! I'm not sure anyone could have done more in 90 minutes than what Bouzereau does here. This doc presents (and dissects) Dunaway's most famous projects (Bonnie & Clyde, Chinatown, and -- yes -- Mommie Dearest), with commentary and context provided by notable journalists and scholars (and not just fellow famous actors). Dunaway is more candid here than she's ever been before (way more than in her memoir from the 90s) -- talking about her manic depression and bipolar disorder, and her son talking about her alcoholism (they both get emotional at certain points in the film, and I found those moments quite moving). I'm not sure why some people are calling this a fluff piece -- it most certainly isn't one. It's a well-rounded, fast-moving, and consistently entertaining look at one of American film's most complex and intense and interesting actors. A worthy documentary!

Incredible documentary on Faye Dunaway.

Great documentary about a Cinema Icon.

It was boring and not a documentary. Waaaaaay more of a fluff/ tribute piece than an honest look at her career and the downright awful way she's treated people for 40 years in the industry. And it's fine if it was a tribute... but don't say that it was an unbiased look. It was not. Not even close.

If you love Faye and her contributions to film, fashion, and America at large, you MUST see this documentary. It humanizes her in the best way, and it reveals the sensitive person that truly exists behind her famous persona. Best documentary of 2024, and one of the best celebrity documentaries I’ve seen in a while.

Absolutely amazing! People forget how great of an actress she was and stunning. Her presence on screen is like no other. I completely agree with Sharon Stone's comment on Faye playing Joan Crawford. That is exactly right! I told her pretty much the same thing when I worked for her. The only "bad" thing is, and why Igive it a four star, unfortunately they kind of brush over how horrible she was to people, blaming it on bipolar. And suddenly just a couple years ago she started taking medication, in her '80s? So she just NOW figured out she was a horrible person... 2 years ago? A little far-fetched and not quite believable, especially when you see how the documentary opens with her being her normal self before the interview actually starts. I mean she's on medication now, right? Like many others, I've actually witnessed it and was on the receiving end of it...in person. Yes, your responsible for your actions, but where's the apology? Other than that, brilliant documentary.