Peter Bart: Celebrity Documentaries Command Lofty Prices Even As Star Power Appears To Be Losing Its Luster

Story by Patrick Hipes

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Celebrity docs fetch high prices, but star power fades as industry insiders spill the tea on the changing tides of Hollywood fame.

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Elton John's highly anticipated documentary snagged a record-breaking $35 million price tag, proving the enduring allure of iconic musicians
Kieran Culkin's candid take on his famous family's drama is generating major buzz, giving fans a rare unfiltered glimpse into celebrity life

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Peter Bart, Elton John, Kieran Culkin, Carville, Elton John: Never Too Late