Cinephile No. 497 “Kurt Cobain: Montage of Heck”

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Written By Nathan Box

If you have some unresolved trauma in your life, I would stay away from “Kurt Cobain: Montage of Heck.” It is a powerful look into the life of someone who had physical/mental illness, struggled with substance abuse and suicidal ideation. All of which is an insight few of us understand. If you choose to see it, you will see a rare glimpse into the life of one of rock’s most iconic stars. The power of the film lies in the storytelling. Created using home movies, animation, interviews and Kurt’s own words, it is one of the most raw and real documentaries I have ever seen. The film will stick with you days and if you are anything like me you’ll find yourself going back through your Nirvana catalog and analyzing every lyric. As I left the theatre with the visceral experience behind me, I couldn’t help but think where Kurt would be today if he had gotten the help he so desperately needed. I think that same thought for all of those we lost too early in the same manner.


Thanks for entering my world,

-Nathan 

Nathan Box
Hello! My name is Nathan. I've always believed I would meet that special someone in one of two places; either a record store or a book store. Maybe I need to amend? I moved to Seattle in February of 2011 from Oklahoma City (Try and not hold the Sonics/Thunder thing against me). I knew I wanted to work for a nonprofit and go to grad school. Within a couple of months, I was doing both. During the day, I work as a Fund Developer and Community Relations Manager for a nonprofit in Kent and at night I try to stay as busy as possible volunteering, trying new restaurants, finding hidden bars and exploring Seattle. The past few years has been both terrifying and exhilarating. I have done things on my own I didn’t think were within my capability. I love being outdoors. On any given weekend, I can be found hiking, on a road trip, volunteering, at a museum, seeing a movie (I see a lot of them). I am passionate about nonprofit work. I feel called to leave a mark on this world. Nothing against those who enjoy making tons of money, I just need to know I am making a difference.
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