"I WAS BORN THIS WAY" Film Review October 30, 2025
I WAS BORN THIS WAY
Reviewed: 10/30/2025
Rating: 4 / 5
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The new documentary film, “I Was Born This Way” is a look into (now) Archbishop Carl Bean. His background growing up is one of struggle and acceptance. But, the focus really shines on the song Carl Bean sang on for Motown, “I Was Born This Way”.
There is an extensive interview with Carl Bean throughout the film. He is an engaging and interesting personality which helps the film immensely. Sometimes with documentaries, the story may be interesting but the subject may be not. That isn’t the case with this film.
The fight for gay/lgbtqia+ rights is documented throughout the film as well. I have to admit that I was not familiar with the song until this movie. I can see with its lyrical content how it would be eyebrow-raising by the mainstream audience but an absolute anthem for the lgbtqia+ community.
The creative team behind the film really speaks to how well the documentary was made. I’ve watched a handful of documentaries recently and they’ve been all over the place. This film is engaging from the beginning to the end, in no small part due to the team behind it.
“I Was Born This Way” is absolutely worth your time. Recommended!
Best,
Mark Sugiyama
Eclectic Arts Media
Connect with Eclectic Arts Media: Social Media and Email Links
Reviewed: 10/30/2025
Rating: 4 / 5
OPENING EXCLUSIVELY
LAEMMLE NORTH HOLLYWOOD CINEMAS
10.30.25
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The new documentary film, “I Was Born This Way” is a look into (now) Archbishop Carl Bean. His background growing up is one of struggle and acceptance. But, the focus really shines on the song Carl Bean sang on for Motown, “I Was Born This Way”.
There is an extensive interview with Carl Bean throughout the film. He is an engaging and interesting personality which helps the film immensely. Sometimes with documentaries, the story may be interesting but the subject may be not. That isn’t the case with this film.
The fight for gay/lgbtqia+ rights is documented throughout the film as well. I have to admit that I was not familiar with the song until this movie. I can see with its lyrical content how it would be eyebrow-raising by the mainstream audience but an absolute anthem for the lgbtqia+ community.
The creative team behind the film really speaks to how well the documentary was made. I’ve watched a handful of documentaries recently and they’ve been all over the place. This film is engaging from the beginning to the end, in no small part due to the team behind it.
“I Was Born This Way” is absolutely worth your time. Recommended!
Best,
Mark Sugiyama
Eclectic Arts Media
Connect with Eclectic Arts Media: Social Media and Email Links
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