When I recently traveled to London, United Kingdom, I had the opportunity to see David Bowie: The Final Act at the Bertha DocHouse. The many songs of Bowie sang in my head as I made my way to this cinema—one that is designed with different floors for various films in many artistic directions. The Bertha DocHouse is downstairs from the cinema, and it has an area that is a resource area and lounge. London created the perfect place for me to have new experiences through the mind of David Bowie with Bowie: The Final Act.

During this London adventure, I felt a deep appreciation and an inspiration to be more creative after experiencing David Bowie: The Final Act. The film is directed by Jonathan Stiasny and begins with a universal space setting—the imaginative world of Bowie is invigorating from the start of this wonderful documentary. The film is a compilation of interviews with many of Bowie’s colleagues ranging from Earl Slick to Gary Kemp, Goldie, and more. The film goes into the pattern of talking about his songs, and how he found his way to adapt to society with his creative elements from his beginnings up to his death in 2016. Through the many discussions and images of artistic craft, I felt like I was floating in arena of a space-like setting in the heart of London.

The film takes the viewer way back to the 1970’s and up to the 2000’s. There are a lot of moments where trial and error are discussed. At the same time though, the creative mind of Bowie pushing through it all blankets the film’s atmosphere. I love how the interviews with his many colleagues really impress that David never wanted to quit, that he always wanted to go with what his gut told him. At the same time though, he wanted his art to stay current and be what he was comfortable with. The film dazzles with the message of love and happiness with acceptance. So much of what floated around in Bowie’s life and mind is portrayed in the days leading up to the release of his album Blackstar.

Even though there is a sadness to his life that he had to grapplewith on and off, there is that inspiration that he kept his head upand kept going.  David Bowie: The Final Act constantly reminded me to be grateful for the talents I have. Especially along the lines of creativity, no lines can be blurred when one continues to be persistent with what one is passionate about. David Bowie: The Final Act sings to audiences to persist in their life’s endeavors.

Life is not easy, and there are challenges. But the reality of David Bowie: The Final Act is a mind-blowing world of words and inspirational aspects that are spellbinding. It is definitely one of the most thought-provoking and surreal documentaries I have ever seen. So many musical aspects combined to be experimental and encouraging. There is never the right time for bad news, but there is always a time to keep creating a stronger component to feel alive. Four out of four stars for David Bowie: The Final Act.