Who Done It: The Clue Documentary

This is a well-made and comprehensive look at the cult classic Clue: The Movie (1985) which has been my favorite movie since I was a kid. And they talk about that, calling Clue a "babysitter movie" and how one actor showed it to his own kids on VHS, along with showcasing the younger adults who have elevated Clue from a box office bomb that generated a post-theater following to a real cult film.

It's a good doc but not great, probably because this documentary didn't get made until 2022 since several participants ranging from actors to producers have long since passed away. This production probably should have been made around 2005 and yet there's the longer view and additional information in retrospect that supports the main interviews.

This was so lovingly made. Dives DEEP into every aspect of the film we all cherish so much. The physical media release also contains tons of extras. Very happy to have seen this. If you love the film - you must see it.

Great interviews included with every member of the cast still alive and archive videos from those who have passed on. Some great tidbits like Carrie Fischer originally cast as Miss Scarlett and Leslie was cast as Mrs. White.

Goes through how originally the film flopped but caught wind and is now a cult classic.

Fan documentaries are always a treat to me but this one is better than they average one you'll find on YouTube. Highly recommend.

I love Clue!! Like recite the lines, kinda fan but this? Not great. Who cares about how a record label started that puts out a Clue soundtrack? The director did a terrible job of editing the people being interviewed. Didn't dig deep into the movie like they could.

And spent way too much time on these satellite projects and theatrical productions, merch selling and you tube people.

Considering they had interviews with Leslie Anne Warren and Mike McKean I really feel like they could have dove in a lot deeper. I really had high hopes but clearly this is a first time documentarian and it shows.

So disappointing.

I wanted to love this so much but just couldn't. There are very few of the main cast actually being spoken to and a huge chunk of the documentary is just videos from conventions or interviews with people who had absolutely nothing to do with the movie.

Yes unfortunately some of the cast are no longer with us and that is very sad as obviously there is no way to interview them or get their input.

Clearly most of the people who are however just simply didn't want to be involved in this which is unfortunate also.

You may find out some information you didn't previously know but it will be very little.

I'd recommend just watching the movie and pretend that this isn't even a thing.

Look, if you LOVE Clue this is a lovely cozy documentary. It's not perfect, but it's very charming. I wish the director had less bits about themselves, and had more polish; but they managed to capture some real gems in honor of the people who made Clue.

I really enjoyed hearing so much from the director, and I loved hearing about who they considered to play the roles originally. I also thought there was good tea about the Hollywood system; and I feel like the director hit every part of what goes into making a movie.

I really love the movie Clue and it's clear the director does as well! Lovely.