Glen Campbell...I'll Be Me

It should go without saying that Glen Campbell was an amazing singer, musician and entertainer. That a man with this much talent should have succumbed to Alzheimer's Dementia is a sad commentary on an otherwise stellar career. I have not been able to watch this video without shedding numerous tears as his story is very similar to one that I have lived with my life partner and what you see in this video is more than accurate regarding the mental decline in an otherwise healthy person. This story is touching, loving and scary all at the same time, and in my opinion should be seen by as many people as possible. Dementia is a very frightening disease and it comes on slowly and eventually takes over the life of the afflicted person, but it also destroys the lives of caregivers who sacrifice their lives everyday fighting this battle. For people who think this disease can't attack them, they would be wise to educate themselves and realize that we are all vulnerable. Glen Campbell was sadly taken down by this degenerative disease, but he remained strong through to the end surrounded by the great love and care of his wife Kim and their children. He may be gone, but his memory and music will live on forever and this touching video helps to remind us all how important the love of family is in our journey through this life. My heart goes out to his wife Kim who loved and cared for him for 34 years. Like Glen, she too is amazing!

This is a raw and honest look into the life of a true country legend. I was immediately immersed in Glen's courageous fight against Alzheimer's. The film follows Glen and his amazing family on his Goodbye Tour across America. It is filled with great music, exceptional performances and a story line that may bring a tear to the eye but will be ultimately rewarding and uplifting. This is a must for every Glen Campbell fan as well as folks who just like good movies.

This is a documentary on the later years of Glen Campbell, his career and his battle with Alzheimer's. It follows him around at home, during concerts and rehearsals and most heart-breaking, his doctor's appointments. I'm a long time Glen Campbell fan, even saw him in Las Vegas many, many years ago, and this documentary was very difficult for me to watch. They didn't sugar-coat anything. His drugs made his libido out of control, he couldn't find the bathroom and would urinate elsewhere in the house. He was such a strapping fella, funny, active and had a quick wit.....and it all slowly slipped away. Alzheimer's is a cruel disease, to the sufferer and their family, but Glen's wife and kids have stuck by him, support him and help wherever they can. As of this writing, 6/18/16, he's in the final stages of the disease. His suffering will be over soon and will rest in the arms of Jesus. This documentary is very sad and continues to weigh heavy on my mind. This is a must watch for any family also going through this with a loved one. You're not alone.

I will begin by saying this is the best documentary film I've ever seen! I've purchased a copy for myself and one to share with friends and family. It follows Glen and his family during 2011-1012 after his Alzheimer's disease was diagnosed. He and his family made the decision to do a farewell tour which was initially supposed to last 5 weeks, but ended up with 151 tour dates all over the country. I was amazed that in spite of what Alzheimer's was doing to Glen in his daily life, he could still appear on stage and play those amazing guitar solos and perform all his big hits. You will meet his wife Kim who I gained a huge respect for as well as their three kids, Cal, Shannon and Ashley who perform with him on tour and are all very talented musicians in their own right. There's no doubt what a huge Daddy's girl Ashley is- the loving relationship between the two of them is apparent and a highlight in the film is their Dueling Banjos duet. You will laugh at Glen's humor and you will cry because of what this insidious disease did to him, but you'll be inspired by a family that banded together to share with the world the effects of Alzheimers and fought to give his fans a last goodbye. I am so saddened by his passing earlier this month, but Glen's faith assures me he's in heaven singing and playing up a storm!

While suffering with Alzheimer's disease, Glen amazes audiences and fellow musicians with his remarkability ability to play guitar better than many of the famous musicians who are included in this film.Among those famous people in the film commenting of Glen are Bruce Springsteen, The Edge, Paul McCartney, Jay Leno, Vince Gill, Blake Shelton, Sheryl Crow, Keith Urban, Brad Paisley, Steve Martin, and more.This is not a totally sad film. There are far more bright spots than sad ones.And you do not have to be a Glen Campbell fan to like this. I wasn't a fan and enjoyed this film so much I think I've watched it four times so far.Considering the price, it is money well spent.

This documentary was difficult for me to watch as my mother passed away with this disease and her mother did as well. I was the caregiver for them both. But I will say that it was at the same time uplifting to see the upbeat way Glenn Campbell carried himself most of the time through the early stages of this disease. It was completely amazing how he could perform for so long. Which truly speaks to why we all should be following our passion as that is what will get us through our most difficult times. Do what you love. Do it as much as you can for as long as you can. In this film I got to know Glenn Campbell in a real and honest way. His family is brave, talented, loyal, and full of love to have made the commitment to band together the way they all have. Glenn evidently is truly a loving man to be cared for as he is by all of his children. He evidently has given each of them wonderful memories of him. The world is a better place because he is here.

This is a MUST SEE.This is an honest account of how Glen (and his family) cope with the hideous condition that is slowly robbing him of his life.Thankfully he was able to go on a wonderful farewell tour, record a farewell album (which you should buy too, its called "ADIOS") and see for himself just how much he is loved and appreciated by his fans. When you hear him play guitar solos, you would be forgiven for thinking that the disease has disappeared for that time he's on stage. INCREDIBLE. Standing ovations for a musical Icon that sadly now can't speak or play his beloved guitar.BUY IT, YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED.

Fabulous video! If you ARE a GC fan then you MUST get this!

Had the honour of seeing this lovely man perform in Manchester a couple of years ago. What a dignified performance from someone who had trouble remembering his children's names - they were on stage with him - but sang each song beautifully. So very sad that this awful disease has robbed him of his personality.

I thought it was very brave of him and his family If anybody hasn't seen it and have this dreadful illness in your family ,please watch it you can learn so much from it

Just a great documentary of his final career.