# I Am Heath Ledger (2017)

> An intimate archival portrait reveals Heath Ledger as a restless actor, filmmaker, and artist whose private creativity extended far beyond his iconic roles.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/306261

## Facts

- Runtime: 90 min
- Genres: Documentary
- Director: Adrian Buitenhuis, Derik Murray
- Cast: Heath Ledger, Kate Ledger, Kim Ledger, Olivia Ledger, Ben Mendelsohn, Naomi Watts, Djimon Hounsou, Catherine Hardwicke
- TMDB rating: 7.4/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6739646/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: admiring, poignant, intimate, reflective evening, actor biography night

## Synopsis

A heartfelt tribute that captures the essence of a beloved artist's journey.

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