Anne Murray: Full Circle
A celebration of the small-town girl from Nova Scotia who became a Canadian icon and international superstar
Pure, honest, like melted gold: no matter how Anne Murray's voice has been described, it's always been clear she has a remarkable gift. Throughout her decades-spanning international career, her songs topped the charts, her TV specials were watched by millions, she performed with music royalty, and she converted casual listeners into die-hard fans.
The authorized documentary Anne Murray: Full Circle, now streaming on CBC Gem, features an in-depth interview with the iconic singer. She shares anecdotes and observations on the journey that took her from small-town Nova Scotia to the summit of the music industry. And woven throughout are her best-known songs — including Snowbird, Danny's Song, You Needed Me and Love Song — along with archival footage and material from her personal collection.
Interviews with Shania Twain, k.d. lang, Kenny Loggins, Gordon Lightfoot and many others uncover a woman who took control of her career and reached the heights of fame while staying true to herself.
The film explores not only the challenges Murray overcame, but also her cultural impact and life well-lived. After modest early success, the breakout single Snowbird vaulted her to international stardom. But with it came the challenges of working in an industry dominated by men.
The documentary shows how Murray's impeccable song choices produced hit after hit; how she worked alongside some of the biggest names in music, including Glen Campbell, Johnny Cash and Dolly Parton — all who featured her on their variety shows; and how she rubbed elbows with the likes of John Lennon and Alice Cooper, while inspiring up-and-coming Canadian artists.
Starting and finishing in Nova Scotia, Anne Murray: Full Circle reveals the singer's dedication to her family, friends and home, and it celebrates her unforgettable music and the experience of a small-town singer-turned-superstar, pioneer and icon.
