Liza: A Truly Terrific Absolutely True Story (2025)

A documentary on the complex rise to stardom and life of Liza Minnelli. It doesn't dwell on her childhood years much but rather begins with the death of her mother, the legendary Judy Garland and follows her career and personal path to the present. Directed by Bruce David Klein  (MEAT LOAF). If you're not a Liza Minnelli fan, there might not be much here to interest you. But this excellent documentary portrait is no puff piece but a sincere look at one of the most exciting performers (she sings! she dances! she acts!) of her day. In declining health, Minnelli sits and recounts the mentors, friends and lovers that influenced and shaped her career including Bob Fosse, Charles Aznavour, Kay Thompson and Fred Kander. There are also candid and insightful interviews with friends and colleagues including Mia Farrow, Chita Rivera, George Hamilton, Ben Vereen, Joel Grey, Michael Feinstein, Lorna Luft, Marisa Berenson and Michele Lee. A fascinating portrait of a complicated woman born in the shadow of iconic parents making her own path into the world of show biz, not always avoiding the traps along the way.