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Courtney Love's Unfiltered Story Debuts Without Her
28 Jan
Summary
- Courtney Love's documentary Antiheroine premiered at Sundance without her.
- The film explores Love's life, career, and recent move toward new music.
- Antiheroine aims to reveal Love's story unfiltered and unapologetic.
The world premiere of Courtney Love's documentary, "Antiheroine," took place at the Sundance Film Festival on January 27, 2026. Despite expectations, the musician, aged 61, was not in attendance. Festival director Eugene Hernandez and co-director Edward Lovelace expressed their disappointment at her absence.
"Antiheroine" traces Love's life and career, featuring footage of her rise in the music industry and Hollywood. The film also captures her candid thoughts and her current life in London, where she has resided for over five years and is preparing to release new music. Lovelace stated the film offers an intimate and honest portrayal, showcasing Love's story over the past three years.
Beyond her recent activities, the documentary revisits Love's past, including her marriage to Kurt Cobain and her time as the singer for the band Hole. Producers emphasized their desire to tell a story that transcends the headlines, presenting a raw, complicated, and deeply human narrative. The film includes appearances from notable musicians such as Michael Stipe, who is also collaborating with Love on new music.
