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Lily Topples the World
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Wikipedia article
'Lily Topples the World' is a 2021 American documentary film, which follows acclaimed domino toppler Lily Hevesh as she rises as an artist, role model, and young woman. Directed by Jeremy Workman, the film also marks the producing debut of actress Kelly Marie Tran.
'Lily Topples the World' had its world premiere at South by Southwest on March 16, 2021, where it won the Grand Jury Award for Best Documentary. Soon after, the film won the Audience Award for Best Documentary at the 2021 San Francisco International Film Festival.G. Allen Johnson, [https://datebook.sfchronicle.com/movies-tv/sffilm-names-naked-singularity-cuban-dancer-lily-topples-the-world-top-winners-during-virtual-awards-ceremony "SFFilm names Naked Singularity, Cuban Dancer, Lily Topples the World top winners during virtual awards ceremony"]. 'San Francisco Chronicle', April 17, 2021. In May 2021, it was announced that the documentary was a high-profile acquisition of Discovery+. It was released on Discovery+ for streaming on August 26, 2021, as well as a limited release in theaters on August 27, 2021. Celebrated by critics, the film garnered a "Certified Fresh" rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
Synopsis
The film is a coming-of-age story of 20-year-old Lily Hevesh, the world's most acclaimed domino artist and the only woman in her field.
Reception
The film was widely praised by critics upon its release. It holds a 93% on Rotten Tomatoes, based on 43 reviews. The website's critics consensus reads, "A layered look at fame in the digital era, 'Lily Topples the World' benefits immensely from a subject with an uplifting story and immense charm."
Awards
* South by Southwest, Grand Jury Award Best Documentary
* San Francisco International Film Festival, Audience Award Best Documentary G. Allen Johnson, [https://datebook.sfchronicle.com/movies-tv/sffilm-names-naked-singularity-cuban-dancer-lily-topples-the-world-top-winners-during-virtual-awards-ceremony "SFFilm names Naked Singularity, Cuban Dancer, Lily Topples the World top winners during virtual awards ceremony"]. 'San Francisco Chronicle', April 17, 2021.
*15th Cinema Eye Honors, Audience Choice Prize Nominee and "The Unforgettables" Distinction
References
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