Synopsis

A prolific hitmaker who has written for industry titans, Diane Warren bursts onto the screen in Diane Never Dies (2024) with undeniable force. Nominated for an Academy Award 15 times and winner of an Honorary Oscar, a Grammy, an Emmy, and a Golden Globe, Diane has not only been immortalized on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and in the Songwriters Hall of Fame but has also provided the soundtrack to our lives. Overflowing with her signature humor, the film invites us into Diane’s remarkable journey to where she is today. Highlighting her unique approach to songwriting, bold life choices, relentless work ethic, and a touch of irreverence, the documentary also features amazing collaborations with Cher, Gloria Estefan, David Foster, Jennifer Hudson, Kesha, and more, all showcasing her creative genius.

Program Note

An Honorary Oscar, Grammy, Emmy, Golden Globe, and Billboard’s Songwriter of the Year—Diane Warren's list of accolades is almost unbelievable. She first rose to prominence in 1985 with the R&B group DeBarge’s hit “Rhythm of the Night,” and over the past 40 years, she has remained at the pinnacle of the pop music world. As classics like “I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing,” “Un-break My Heart,” and “Because You Loved Me” play in the background, the film unfolds her eccentric, rebellious life with the flow of time. (Kim Yoon-ha)

Director

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  • Bess Kargman
  • Bess Kargman is an acclaimed director, producer, and editor. She recently won the 2021 Producers Guild Award and has been nominated for two Emmys and a Critics’ Choice Award. Her works include First Position (2011), the Tribeca Jury Award-winning short Coach (2013), the six-part documentary series Defying Gravity (2020), and the feature documentary Diane Never Dies (2024).