Madonna is going to be the subject of a new documentary which will examine her rise to fame.
The pop superstar’s lengthy tenure in the music industry will be the focus of the new film called ‘Becoming Madonna’ for Sky which is based around a newly-discovered stash of audio tapes in which the singer “reflects on her extraordinary life and career”.
Hayley Reynolds, Sky’s Acting Director of Documentaries and Factual, said: “Since her debut in the 80s, Madonna has been a powerhouse in pop music and carved the way for many of today’s most popular artists.
“This film brings a fresh perspective on an enduring icon and we’re thrilled to be working alongside Optomen to bring her story to Sky audiences.”
As well as featuring the audio tapes, the film will also include interviews with her friends, family and collaborators as well as rare footage of the pop star.
A statement from Sky explained: “‘Becoming Madonna’ is an immersive, archive driven film built around a cache of recently uncovered audio tapes in which a young Madonna reflects on her extraordinary life and career.
“With rare footage, unseen photos and intimate interviews with family, friends and collaborators, some of whom have never spoken in a documentary before, the film shows this celebrated star as we’ve never seen her before.”
The statement added: “When Madonna arrived in New York City from Michigan with dreams of becoming a professional dancer, it was the start of an incredible journey. This film charts the period 1978-1992 as Madonna dramatically transformed herself from insecure 19-year-old outsider to the most controversial pop star in the world, with the astonishing publication of her erotic photography book ‘Sex’.
“These were the heady years during which Madonna came of age as a person and an uncompromising artist. Through her fiery conflicts with the conservative establishment in the 80s and 90s, the film powerfully evokes a time where traditional views on sexuality and gender roles were being audaciously challenged and Madonna was always at the vanguard.”
‘Becoming Madonna’ is coming soon to Sky Documentaries and NOW.