Question 1

Why did the documentary's focus shift from Debbie Reynolds to her relationship with Carrie Fisher?

Accepted Answer

The narrative initially began as a chronicle of Debbie Reynolds' late-in-life career, but turned into a story about Carrie Fisher and Debbie's relationship.

Question 2

Which major film festivals featured Bright Lights: Starring Carrie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds?

Accepted Answer

The documentary screened at the Cannes Film Festival and the Telluride Film Festival, both in 2016.

Question 3

What misspelling appeared on one of the film's posters?

Accepted Answer

Debbie Reynolds' last name is misspelled as 'Renyolds' on one of the film's posters.

Question 4

How did Carrie Fisher initially react to the first cut of the documentary?

Accepted Answer

According to Alexis Bloom, Carrie Fisher was struck by the intimacy of the scenes when she saw the first cut, but came to endorse it after a conversation with the directors.

Question 5

What tragic event occurred before the documentary aired on American television?

Accepted Answer

Carrie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds both passed away before the documentary aired on American television.

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