A Personal Journey with Martin Scorsese Through American Movies

You can tell Scrosese is very fond of this medium, very passionate about it; I sat there moved and blown away by the fact I hadn't seen most of these classic films. It's funny how one of the greatest living directors (and one of my favorite) almost became a priest; Think of all of the great films you would've missed out on. Great documentary for every filmlover out there, highly recommended!

Hearing Scorsese talk about cinema is like music to the ears. A wonderful video essay on the world we all love, bolstering some unique visions and a way to categorize certain filmmakers and tendences in film history. Not all parts are equally interesting, but it is more than enough to yet again spark my fondness of the medium. Much to see, I still have.

Amazing documentary! Lots of interesting and important facts for real filmlovers. I guess, I haven't seen 95% of the movies mentioned, but I have updated my wishlist and expect a great fun ahead.

I was in danger of getting a neck cramp from all the nodding in agreement with Scorsese's observations and especially his choice of films. His selection avoids the obvious and leans towards the more obscure. His passion is clear, his knowledge is thorough, and his comments are insightful. The documentary flows nicely, although occasionally he dwells on a certain clip or movie for too long. I can't say I learned a lot from this movie, but it should be a fantastic intro for blossoming film buffs.

An insightful and enjoyable look at influential films, for Scorsese himself and the medium as a whole. Even though it's several hours long, it still seemed too short. Scorsese's soothing narration enhances the experience wonderfully. Any fan of film watching this will most likely end up with a list of new movies to watch.

Only knock that I can come up with is that it makes me sad wondering how much detail I have completely overlooked in the countless movies I've seen before it. Marty reduces the art of film analysis to something completely within the grasp of a Joe Everyviewer like me without ever diluting its emotional impact or power. I intend to watch this again and again.

A pretty fantastic lesson. Scorsese's closing remarks on cinema will stick with me, as will his ability to pluck moments from films of a bygone era that will resonate until the end of time. A uniquely cathartic, humanizing watch.

Scorsese is such a gifted speaker and so knowledgeable about film that even movies that he was talking about that I had seen and didn't like I was finding myself nodding in agreement at what he said. Wouldn't have minded more director interviews throughout but as a love letter to film you aren't gonna find much better.

Scorsese is a great narrator and I could continue listening to him for hours. I really liked the topics he chose and his selection of films.

More so than Voyage, succeeds in exactly what its mission is. Will not only add a number of movies / names to your need-to-watch list and give you an understanding into the early development and influence of this great man, but also offer excellent insight for the material and make you reconsider titles you previously thought of as less than. While there are directors I value above Scorsese [not that many, don't hyperventilate], I don't think any could have pulled this off so well.