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Tribeca Festival Caps Off with Alicia Keys Celebration
15 Jun
Summary
- The film "Girl From Hell's Kitchen" celebrated Alicia Keys' career.
- It focused on the creation of her Broadway musical based on early life.
- Keys grew up in Manhattan Plaza, a subsidized artist housing complex.
The 2026 Tribeca Festival concluded with the premiere of "Alicia Keys: Girl From Hell's Kitchen," a celebratory documentary chronicling the artist's career. Directed by One9, the film acts as a companion piece to Keys' Tony-winning Broadway musical, "Hell's Kitchen," which is based on her early life.
The documentary revisits Keys' childhood and adolescence, detailing her upbringing by a single mother in Manhattan Plaza. This New York City housing complex was designed to support artists, hosting notable figures like Samuel L. Jackson and Larry David during Keys' youth. Vintage footage and personal anecdotes vividly recreate this era of New York.
"Girl From Hell's Kitchen" emphasizes Keys' rapid rise, from learning piano in Manhattan Plaza and performing on "The Cosby Show" to launching her solo career. Her iconic performance of "Fallin'" on "Oprah" is featured, illustrating her immense talent. While the film offers glimpses into her remarkable life, it maintains a polished narrative, more suited for devoted fans than those seeking intimate details.
