Synopsis

Hallelujah: Leonard Cohen, A Journey, A Song is a definitive exploration of singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen as seen through the prism of his internationally renowned hymn, Hallelujah. This feature-length documentary weaves together three creative strands: The songwriter and his times. The song’s dramatic journey from record label reject to chart-topping hit. And moving testimonies from major recording artists for whom Hallelujah has become a personal touchtone.

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Film Details

Director: Daniel Geller, Dayna Goldfine
Studio: Sony Pictures Classics
Running Time: 115 minutes
Country: USA
Release Year: 2022
Rated: PG-13

Reviews

“A densely detailed biography of the Canadian poet, singer and songwriter that was directed by Dayna Goldfine and Dan Geller, this majestic, almost symphonic documentary is also a chronicle of the singular song Cohen wrote.” – Joe Morgenstern, Wall Street Journal