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Selena Gomez scored a hit with critics following the AFI Fest premiere of her new documentary My Mind & Me.The documentary, which includes Selena's shocking revelation that she had contemplated suicide for several years, currently has an impressive 100 percent fresh rating from critics surveyed by Rotten Tomatoes.Reviewers for the film, which premieres on Friday on Apple TV+, praised the unvarnished way Selena, 30, delves into her struggles with mental health in recent years. Reviews are in! The Selena Gomez–starring documentary My Mind & Me is a hit with critics so far, scoring a perfect 100 percent fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes after it's Wednesday premiere; Gomez seen Wednesday at AFI Fest in Hollywood In a review for the New York Times, Chris Azzopardi says the documentary does not have the feel of a 'publicity device,' while praising it as 'sincere and soul-baring.'He singles out the director, Alek Keshishian, who previously helmed Madonna's Truth Or Dare documentary, for being willing to focus on the more difficult aspects of his subject's rise to fame.  Azzopardi also draws attention to a scene in the film in which Selena goes home to Texas to revisit some of her old friends, which seems to give her a sense of 'genuine connection,' unlike the myriad journalists she comes into contact with during interviews.

Selena Gomez has reflected on her 2022 documentary My Mind & Me, sharing that she will “never watch it again”.The revealing Apple TV+ film chronicled six years of the pop star’s life, revealing her battles with Lupus and anxiety and depression.The star spoke in 2018 about struggles with anxiety and depression, and in 2020 reflected on being diagnosed with bipolar disorder.The singer has now shared that she was initially “very against” the idea of the documentary.Speaking during the Music & Health Conference in Los Angeles, California on Tuesday (September 19), she explained (via Hollywood Reporter): “There was a very long period of time where I just didn’t know if it was a good idea.“I knew, eventually, one day I wanted to maybe just be an actress for a while, and I didn’t know if it would jeopardise things in my life. I don’t know what I’m doing, letting people into my life. And then the moment it was released…I had no choice at that point.

In 1991, director Alek Keshishian came out with one of the most acclaimed and successful music-themed documentaries of all time, Madonna: Truth or Dare. More than three decades later, he explores the experience of another pop star and actress in his Apple TV+ documentary Selena Gomez: My Mind & Me. 

Selena Gomez has been candid about her struggle with mental health issues, including her 2018 bipolar diagnosis. With Selena Gomez: My Mind and Me, she and director Alek Keshishian wanted to create a public account of her long battle to recover her mental wellbeing.

Selena Gomez oozed sophistication in a one-shoulder satin gown to the premiere of her documentary My Mind & Me, in which she gets vulnerable about fame, her Lupus diagnosis and mental health struggles, on Wednesday.While arriving to the American Film Institute Festival at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood, the 30-year-old pop star wowed in her figure-hugging, purple frock, which put her sensational curves on full display.She accessorized her timeless look with a pair of colorful drop earrings, a sparkly silver clutch, jewel-encrusted stilettos and her luscious brown locks in an elegant updo.   Radiant: Selena Gomez oozed sophistication in a one-shoulder satin gown to the premiere of her documentary My Mind & Me, in which she gets vulnerable about fame , her Lupus diagnosis and mental health struggles, on WednesdayThe Rare Beauty founder opted for a dramatic metallic grey eyeshadow, several layers of mascara, a glossy nude lipstick and a touch of blush.  After posing for numerous solo shots, the Grammy nominee, who sported a bright orange nail polish, was seen smiling brightly as she reunited with Alek Keshishian, who directed and produced Selena Gomez: My Mind & Me. Keshishian, 58, who filmed the Gomez's 2015 music video, Hands to Myself, hugged the Wolves singer as they chatted on the red carpet and snapped a few photos together.  Glowing: The Rare Beauty founder opted for a dramatic metallic grey eyeshadow, several layers of mascara, a glossy nude lipstick and a touch of blush Share Follow If you make a purchase using links on this page, MailOnline will earn an affiliate commission Rock some Rodarte like Selena Gomez £2002.84 Rodarte one shoulder dress Available at Shopbop Buy now We're a little bit obsessed with

Selena Gomez oozed sophistication in a one-shoulder satin gown to the premiere of her documentary My Mind & Me, in which she gets vulnerable about fame, her Lupus diagnosis and mental health struggles, on Wednesday.While arriving to the American Film Institute Festival at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood, the 30-year-old pop star wowed in her figure-hugging, purple frock, which put her sensational curves on full display.She accessorized her timeless look with a pair of colorful drop earrings, a sparkly silver clutch, jewel-encrusted stilettos and her luscious brown locks in an elegant updo.   Radiant: Selena Gomez oozed sophistication in a one-shoulder satin gown to the premiere of her documentary My Mind & Me, in which she gets vulnerable about fame , her Lupus diagnosis and mental health struggles, on WednesdayThe Rare Beauty founder opted for a dramatic metallic grey eyeshadow, several layers of mascara, a glossy nude lipstick and a touch of blush.  After posing for numerous solo shots, the Grammy nominee, who sported a bright orange nail polish, was seen smiling brightly as she reunited with Alek Keshishian, who directed and produced Selena Gomez: My Mind & Me. Keshishian, 58, who filmed the Gomez's 2015 music video, Hands to Myself, hugged the Wolves singer as they chatted on the red carpet and snapped a few photos together.  Glowing: The Rare Beauty founder opted for a dramatic metallic grey eyeshadow, several layers of mascara, a glossy nude lipstick and a touch of blush Wow! After posing for numerous solo shots, the Grammy nominee, who sported a bright orange nail polish, was seen smiling brightly as she reunited with Alek Keshishian, who directed and produced Selena Gomez: My Mind & Me Gorgeous: Keshishian,

Selena Gomez has shared her personal journey with a trailer for her new documentary, Selena Gomez: My Mind & Me. Directed and produced by Alek Keshishian, who’s famous for Madonna: Truth or Dare, which was also produced by Apple TV+, the documentary spans six years in the singer-actress’s life. In a segment that shows footage of her receiving her lupus diagnosis, as well as claims that she suffered a nervous breakdown, Gomez says: “I’m going to stop living like this.

Selena Gomez has really come into her own in recent years. While she could have been just another teen pop star footnote, the ex-gf of Justin Bieber, etc., Gomez has really cultivated herself as something more meaningful, full of depth, and not afraid to speak her mind.

Selena Gomez shared a promotional photo from her upcoming documentary to Instagram on Friday.The singer–songwriter, 30, shared a black-and-white photo where she looked straight ahead while showing off a somber face.Her side profile was highlighted in the photo by a mirror off to her right. Promotional photo: Selena Gomez shared a promotional photo from her upcoming documentary to Instagram on FridaySelena Gomez: My Mind & Me, was written above the former Disney Channel star along with the film's release date, November 4.In her caption, Gomez wrote, 'The trailer for My Mind & Me is coming Monday.

Selena Gomez: My Mind & Me is the star's new documentary that will soon be premiering on Apple TV+ and is set to offer a raw and vulnerable insight into her private world.In the official 30-second trailer for the highly-anticipated Apple Original feature film, which will hit the streaming service on November 4, a montage of short clips shows the 30-year-old former child star breaking down into tears while navigating life as one of the most recognizable women in the world.The documentary spans six years of Selena's life—a period in which she endured a very public , underwent a t due to Lupus, and spoke candidly about her struggles with . As someone who has sold 210 million singles worldwide and has achieved critical acclaim for her series Only Murders in the Building, her journey as a singing and acting superstar is also followed over the years."A six-year labour of love, a breakthrough, every breathe," reads the short synopsis of the documentary, which has been directed and produced by Alek Keshishian, who directed the critically acclaimed film Madonna: Truth or Dare.When the film was first announced on September 8, Apple TV + teased: "After years in the limelight, Selena Gomez achieves unimaginable stardom.

Selena Gomez is set to show her vulnerable side as she shares her personal struggles during her new documentary. Gomez has been in the spotlight for most of her life having been a child star on Disney before becoming a global pop superstar and esteemed actress but that does not mean it has been easy for the 30-year-old multi-faceted star. The AppleTV+ documentary titled My Mind and Me sees Gomez let in the cameras over a six-year period where she has reached those eye watering highs but also crushing lows as she bares all to give fans a glimpse of her private life.

Selena Gomez gets vulnerable in a new documentary, Selena Gomez: My Mind And Me, as sheds many tears throughout the film, giving fans a glimpse into her personal struggles. The 30-year-old singer and actress reflects on her journey through childhood fame and the most challenging moments throughout her young career.The Apple Original Film is described by the film's director Alek Keshishian as 'a six-year-labor of love, a breakthrough, every breath', captions a preview of the film. Through the tears:  Selena Gomez gets vulnerable in a new documentary, Selena Gomez: my mind and me, as sheds many tears throughout the film, giving fans a glimpse into her personal struggles After years in the limelight, the former Wizards of Waverly Place star achieves unimaginable stardom.

Last weekend, Selanators caught heard rumors that an upcoming doc about Selena Gomez would be out before the end of the year. Now, it’s official: “Selena Gomez: My Mind & Me” hits AppleTV+ on November 4.   READ MORE: ‘Working Girl’: Selena Gomez Teaming With 20th Century Studios On a Remake Of The Oscar-Nominated ‘80s Film The upcoming film takes a look at the past six years of Gomez’s career, with Alek Keshishian directing.

The world premiere of documentary Selena Gomez: My Mind and Me will fire up the 36th AFI Fest on Nov. 2.

Michaela Zee editor The American Film Institute has announced that the world premiere of “Selena Gomez: My Mind and Me” is set to open the 36th edition of AFI Fest on Nov. 2. “AFI is proud to launch AFI Fest 2022 with ‘Selena Gomez: My Mind and Me,’ a film as profoundly powerful as it is personal,” AFI President and CEO Bob Gazzale said in a statement. “Selena is a global force in art and entertainment, and we are honored to partner with her, Alek and Apple to shine a light upon her journey in this beautifully crafted celebration of optimism, vulnerability and hopefulness.” Directed by Alek Keshishian (“Madonna: Truth or Dare”), the documentary explores Gomez’s rise to stardom as an actress and singer, along with the personal crises she’s endured throughout her life.

Selena Gomez teamed up with Apple TV+ to film a documentary about her life.