Hallelujah: Leonard Cohen, a Journey, a Song

2021, Documentary/Music, 1h 55m

26 Reviews Fewer than 50 Ratings

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Hallelujah doesn't presume to be a comprehensive view of Leonard Cohen's career, but it effectively conveys his artistry through an admiring retrospective on one of his most iconic works. Read critic reviews

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Hallelujah: Leonard Cohen, A Journey, A Song is a definitive exploration of singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen as seen through the prism of his internationally renowned hymn, Hallelujah. This feature-length documentary weaves together three creative strands: The songwriter and his times. The song's dramatic journey from record label reject to chart-topping hit. And moving testimonies from major recording artists for whom Hallelujah has become a personal touchtone.

Cast & Crew

Leonard Cohen
John Cale
Self
Jeff Buckley
Self
Rufus Wainwright
Self
Brandi Carlile
Self
Eric Church
Self
Judy Collins
Self
Glen Hansard
Self
Myles Kennedy
Self
Sharon Robinson
Self
Regina Spektor
Self
Daniel Geller
Director
Dayna Goldfine
Director
Daniel Geller
Writer
Dayna Goldfine
Writer
Daniel Geller
Producer
Dayna Goldfine
Producer
Jonathan Dana
Executive Producer
Morgan Neville
Executive Producer
Daniel Geller
Cinematographer
John Lissauer
Original Music
Daniel Geller
Screenwriter
Dayna Goldfine
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