Gordon Lightfoot: If You Could Read My Mind (2019)

Name: Gordon Lightfoot: If You Could Read My Mind
Genre: Documentary, Music
Released: 2019
Duration: 88 min
Cast: Gordon Lightfoot, Sylvia Tyson, Ian Tyson, Ronnie Hawkins, Geddy Lee

1h 28m Canada

Documentary Music

Plot

Gordon Lightfoot offers a heartfelt glimpse into his life and artistry, blending humor with honesty. At 80, he remains vibrant and actively recording, sharing insights on his iconic lyrics, including the one song he won’t perform. The documentary weaves together personal archives and studio footage, capturing the essence of his journey from the coffeehouses of Yorkville to the heights of stadium tours and the wild '70s. Reflecting on his admiration for contemporary artists like Drake, Lightfoot reveals the experiences that shaped his enduring legacy in music.

Cast

Gordon Lightfoot Sylvia Tyson Ian Tyson Ronnie Hawkins Geddy Lee Sarah McLachlan Alec Baldwin Randy Bachman Tom Cochrane Burton Cummings Bernie Finkelstein Kim Lightfoot Anne Murray Lenny Waronker