Heaven Adores You 2014

Overview

Heaven Adores You is a 2014 documentary film that provides an intimate and meditative inquiry into the life and music of American singer and songwriter Steven Paul Elliott Smith. The film explores the career of Smith, who gained prominence in the late 1990s after composing the score for the film Good Will Hunting, before his career was shortened by his untimely death. Through a visual journey, the documentary threads Smith’s music through the landscapes of the three major cities where he resided: Portland, New York City, and Los Angeles. The film serves as an earnest review of the singer’s prolific songwriting and examines the lasting impact his work continues to have on his friends, fellow musicians, and fans. The production features appearances from individuals including Autumn de Wilde, Larry Crane, and Rossie Harris. With a runtime of one hour and forty-four minutes, the documentary is categorized under the genres of music, biography, and drama. The project is also associated with an original score compilation featuring various artists.