Pamela, A Love Story (2023)
94%RT Audience Score: 94%
Awards & Nominations: NA
Ryan White’s “Pamela, A Love Story” is a captivating and insightful documentary that sheds new light on the life of the iconic actress and model. While some critics argue that the film offers nothing new, I would argue that it presents a more nuanced and emotional side of Anderson’s story that has been overlooked in the past. Through candid interviews with Anderson and her loved ones, as well as archival footage, the film explores the ups and downs of her life and career, from her rise to fame as a sex symbol to her struggles with addiction and abuse. What sets this documentary apart is its refusal to sensationalize Anderson’s story or reduce her to a victim. Instead, it presents her as a complex and resilient woman who has overcome numerous obstacles to find happiness and fulfillment. Whether you’re a fan of Anderson or simply interested in the darker side of Hollywood, “Pamela, A Love Story” is a must-see film that will leave you both entertained and moved.
“Pamela, A Love Story” is a documentary that tells the story of Pamela Anderson’s life, from her rise to fame as a sex symbol to her struggles with addiction and her journey to redemption. Critics have praised the film for its honesty and emotional depth, as well as Anderson’s willingness to open up about her past. While some have criticized the film for being a retread of old scandals, others have found it to be a powerful and inspiring story of resilience and self-discovery. Overall, “Pamela, A Love Story” is a must-watch for anyone who wants to learn more about one of the most iconic figures of our time.
Production Company(ies)
Film/TV/Theater, Hulu, Netflix
Distributor
Netflix
Release Type
Streaming, Streaming (Netflix)
Filming Location(s)
MPAA / Certificate
NR
Year of Release
2023
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Color:Color
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Sound mix:Dolby Digital, Dolby
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Aspect ratio:1.85 : 1
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Runtime:1h 52m
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Language(s):English
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Country of origin:United States
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Release date:Release Date (Theaters): Jan 31, 2023 Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Jan 31, 2023
Genre(s)
Biography/Documentary
Keyword(s)
Pamela Anderson, Ryan White, Jessica Hargrave, Julia Nottingham, Brandon Thomas Lee, TVMA, Biography, Documentary, Netflix, Tomatometer, Audience Score, small town girl, international sex symbol, actress, activist, doting mother, critic reviews, box office performance, budget, reviewed by Todd Gilchrist, Tim Cogshell, Camilla Long, Constance Grady, Alison Stine, Richard Roeper, Stacey Yvonne, Jim Schembri, Randy Meeks, Pat Mullen, Wade Major, Alejandro Alemán, directed by Ryan White, written by Ryan White, produced by Jessica Hargrave, Julia Nottingham, Brandon Thomas Lee, distributor Netflix, original language English, release date Jan 31, 2023, limited release, streaming release, 1h 52m runtime
Worldwide gross: NA
Worldwide gross (inflation-adjusted): NA
Worldwide gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): NA
Worldwide tickets sold (est.): NA
US/Canada gross: NA
US/Canada gross (inflation-adjusted): NA
US/Canada gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): NA
US/Canada opening weekend:
US/Canada opening weekend (inflation-adjusted): NA
US/Canada opening weekend ranking (inflation-adjusted): NA
Budget and Earnings Details
Production budget (est.): $5,000,000
Production budget (inflation-adjusted): $5,000,000
Production budget ranking: 1,817
Marketing and distribution budget (inflation-adjusted est.): $2,692,500
Box office net earnings to date (inflation-adjusted est.): NA
ROI to date (est.): NA
ROI ranking: NA
Ryan White – Director
Jessica Hargrave – Producer
Julia Nottingham – Producer
Brandon Thomas Lee – Producer
Director(s)
Ryan White
Writer(s)
NA
Producer(s)
NA
Film Festivals
Awards & Nominations
NA
Academy Awards
All Critics (45) | Top Critics (18) | Fresh (44) | Rotten (1)
As a thoughtful chronicle of the ups and downs of her life, Ryan White’s film plays slightly as a retread that amplifies the public’s love story with redemption arcs more than it offers anything that has not already been revealed to the world.
February 13, 2023
Todd Gilchrist
Variety
TOP CRITIC
She’s a consequential figure, and this movie tells us why.
February 10, 2023
Tim Cogshell
FilmWeek (KPCC – NPR Los Angeles)
TOP CRITIC
… A show about life after being a sex symbol, and it is riveting.
February 6, 2023
Camilla Long
Times (UK)
TOP CRITIC
It suggests, brutally, that shows like Pam and Tommy exist more to let us indulge our titillated fascination with old scandals than to make any kind of principled stand against misogyny.
February 6, 2023
Constance Grady
Vox
TOP CRITIC
Any documentary worth its footage is going to try to shed a new light on its subject — and Netflix’s “Pamela, A Love Story” does so, presenting a more thoughtful, haunting and emotional side of Anderson’s story.
February 6, 2023
Alison Stine
Salon.com
TOP CRITIC
It’s certainly not the last chapter of Pam Anderson’s roller coaster of a life and career, but it’s at least a temporary happy ending — one she has fully earned. February 4, 2023 | Rating: 3/4
Richard Roeper
Chicago Sun-Times
TOP CRITIC
Along with talking heads from her friends and loved ones and archival footage, Pam: A Love Story is frank, open and without pretense.
March 17, 2023 | Rating: 3.5/5
Stacey Yvonne
The Geekiary
Steadfastly refusing to play victim, Anderson acquits herself admirably..It’s such a sincere and honest profile even those who derided her during her peak will likely cede to her the respect she’s worked hard for and clearly hasn’t enjoyed until recently.
February 23, 2023 | Rating: 3.5/5
Jim Schembri
jimschembri.com
[Pamela’s] still in love with love and we can’t help but cheer her on in her brief moment of resurgence, and the fabulous final moments elevate what, otherwise, would’ve been a simple albeit competent documentary. [Full review in Spanish]
February 17, 2023 | Rating: 4/5
Randy Meeks
Espinof
Pamela ultimately offers a cautionary tale about the danger of writing people off.
February 15, 2023
Pat Mullen
POV Magazine
I liked it, but I didn’t think it was comprehensive, though… I do feel like we’re not getting deep enough.
February 10, 2023
Wade Major
FilmWeek (KPCC – NPR Los Angeles)
This documentary is the first time Pamela Anderson shows herself as she is, through her vices, flaws, and mistakes. [Full review in Spanish]
February 10, 2023
Alejandro Alemán
El Universal…
Plot
Pamela, a Love Story follows the life and career of Pamela Anderson, from small town girl to international sex symbol, actress, activist, and doting mother.
Trivia
Goofs / Tidbits
The documentary features archival footage and personal journals of Pamela Anderson, as well as appearances from Fran Drescher, Yasmine Bleeth, and other Baywatch co-stars.
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