Ricky Powell: The Individualist

This was just an electric film from start to finish. Truly a work of art. It definitely had some dark moments and there are some battles that were tough to witness Ricky go through but I just found it so inspiring to watch this story.

This documentary is entertaining even for the individuals who aren't documentary fans. The movie tells the story of and takes you on the journey through the interesting and unlikely story of photographer Ricky Powell. For most people their introduction to Ricky would be through the Beastie Boys or his popular public access show Rappin With the Rickster, this documentary provides a glimpse at the beginning middle and end of a prolific photographers life. The cast of interviewees is a star studded who's who of 80's & 90's NYC music and dance scene. The animation and choice of music submerges you into the stories and make you feel like you were actually there. Highly recommend checking this out, I have yet to meet someone who didn't enjoy it.

Ricky was a nobody that everybody loved. It was great to see how someone can capture art and see things in people. Also shows that drugs are bad but a part of his creative process. Eventually you have to get out from them fast to get a second shot.

We really enjoyed this heartfelt documentary. It is a true New York story. Ricky had that charmer personality and the talent to portray in photos an exact time in NYC history. The documentarian really captured his struggle and his magic connection to people. So sorry Ricky is not here to enjoy it.

One of the best documentary films I've ever seen - From the opening scene, you're encapsulated into the World of Ricky Powell that leaves you on the edge of your seat experiencing the life he carved out watching it all unveil through the barrel of his lens !!