"Morgan Neville's 'Lorne' is a documentary about Lorne Michaels, but more importantly, it reveals the challenges of making a documentary about someone who is so elusive and reluctant to be in the spotlight."
"Despite being a mononymous institution, Michaels doesn't like to be the center of attention. He proves to be a mighty elusive subject, often sneaking through the halls to avoid the cameras."
"'Saturday Night Live' has been more thoroughly documented than the Moon landing, and the small, soft-spoken guy who's been holding it together since day one might be the least interesting part about it."
Morgan Neville's documentary 'Lorne' focuses on Lorne Michaels, the creator of 'Saturday Night Live.' The film highlights the difficulties in portraying Michaels, who is reluctant to be in the spotlight. Despite his significant influence on television, Michaels remains an elusive subject, often avoiding the cameras. The documentary acknowledges the extensive documentation of 'Saturday Night Live' and presents a warm, curious profile of Michaels, blending sketch clips and interviews. Ultimately, it reflects on the challenges of making a documentary about someone who prefers to stay out of the limelight.
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