Chely Wright: Wish Me Away

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After a lifetime of hiding, Chely Wright became the first commercial country music singer to come out as gay, shattering culturalstereotypes within Nashville and within herself.
  • Starring: Chely Wright, Rosie O'Donnell
  • Directed by: Bobbie Birleffi, Beverly Kopf
  • Runtime: 1 hour 37 minutes
  • Release year: 2012
  • Studio: Gravitas Ventures LLC
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Synopsis: After a lifetime of hiding, Chely Wright became the first commercial country music singer to come out as gay, shattering culturalstereotypes within Nashville and within herself.
Starring: Chely Wright, Rosie O'Donnell
Supporting actors: Meredith Viera
Directed by: Bobbie Birleffi, Beverly Kopf
Genre: Documentary, Biography, Music
Runtime: 1 hour 37 minutes
Captions and Subtitles: Details
Release year: 2012
Studio: Gravitas Ventures LLC
ASIN: B0087YSAQ2 (Rental) and B008KOBUKM (Purchase)
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  • US Theatrical Release Date: June 01, 2012

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26 of 27 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Important for Hearts, Minds, Our Culture June 1, 2012
By Bett Norris VINE™ VOICE
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I just watched this documentary that chronicles country singer Chely Wright's painful journey toward coming out. This is simply a wonderful documentary that I believe should be seen by teachers, by parents, especially by kids who might be just like Ms. Wright, as she tells what it was like for her as a child growing up in a small Kansas town, who went on to achieve her dream of becoming a singer and songwriter in the country music industry with great success, winning awards, having hit records.

It was a long and painful process for Ms. Wright, a well-known and loved star in country music, to decide to come out as gay, and this film follows her process so closely and intimately that it puts you right there in those most intimate moments, with the doubts, fears, sleepless nights, tears, and also shows her receiving help, counseling, and support as she writes her autobiography and records an album, both timed to be released when she makes her public announcement in May of 2010.

This film will move you to tears. It will also make you wish that if you are making this coming out decision for yourself that you could have a father and sister like Chely's, and a spiritual counselor like Weldon Gaddy.

You may not have people like them to help you, but you can have this remarkable film that will give you hope and guidance, whether you are closeted and deciding to come out, or a parent of a gay child, a teacher, or maybe a minister who might like some help in knowing how to help a faithful parishioner who seeks your support. If you are that kid in Des Moines who doesn't know where to turn for support, see this film, and know there are organizations like GLSEN and the Like Me Foundation that can help. Like Me: Confessions Of A Heartland Country Singer Ms. Wright's book is another wonderful source of inspiration and hope.
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12 of 13 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Definitely a Must See July 25, 2012
By Frances Bland
Format:DVD
I watched this as a woman who went through some of the same struggles. I'm from a small town in Oklahoma, and I struggled with my own identity and a desire to be "normal". I felt like I was watching my own life. I ended up feeling happier and more inspired. I think this documentary should be seen by everyone. I think more people would be more accepting and loving if they understood that being gay is not a choice. I also think it will help others who may be struggling with their own identities. Such an inspiring story. I finally felt ok with my decision to come out, at home and at work. I finally quit hiding things. If others can talk about their spouses or partners at work, why can't I?
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12 of 13 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Bravo! June 3, 2012
By Patricia J. Moutard
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This film was incredible. I was in tears more than once. She tells her story... a story that needed to be told. Both for her, and the country music world, and beyond. I purchased her latest album right after it came out and I listened to it from beginning to end and was moved beyond words. This film, her story, is exactly what people need to experience. It takes seeing the pain, the heartache, the loss, and the fear, in a real person to realize that the culture of our society needs to change. Chely is a REAL person and her story, as well as her passion and the direction she is taking her life, is to be commended. Each step she takes, in her music, her book, as well as this film, WILL make a difference.

Chely has done and has the ability to do what I would like to do, but don't have the fame, the reach, or the presence that she does. The message she has to share is immensely important.

Bravo Chely. Bravo.

TJ
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars A Life Worth Living
I just saw this movie on Showtime. It follows Chely's life from her upbringing by two parents in a loveless marriage in a small town to her rise to country music stardom. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Rivers
5.0 out of 5 stars Chely Wrights: Wish Me Away
Chely is a strong individual, who has lived a difficult life. For her to come out of the closet as a Country singer proves she is Wonderful person who tries to make anyone person... Read more
Published 1 month ago by DarMae
5.0 out of 5 stars A must see for anyone whos LGBT
This is hands down the greatest coming out documentary I have ever watched. Her story hits home for so many boys and girls from conservative families and backgrounds. Read more
Published 1 month ago by mbs2297
5.0 out of 5 stars Chely is great!
Chely wright was (probably still is) a great performer. Her career was sidelined by bigoted people who could not accept her talent along with her lifestyle. Read more
Published 1 month ago by C. Countess
5.0 out of 5 stars What a woman and what a person!
I'm not a C&W fan, at least not traditional Nashville fare. I had heard of Chely Wright but that's about it. Read more
Published 2 months ago by M. Little
5.0 out of 5 stars GOD is LOVE!!!
This documentary is a reflection of the coming out story many endure. I was reminded of the love and acceptance I experienced when I came out at the age of 15 in 1985. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Tracy W
5.0 out of 5 stars a must have
i laughed, but mostly cried. very emotional to watch how she struggled with her outing. will need a lot of kleenex, but soo worth watching.
Published 3 months ago by Petra Pfeiffer
5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best and most intimate documentaries out there
I knew very little about Chely Wright in advance of watching this documentary aside from hearing her popular songs over the years. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Ryan
5.0 out of 5 stars If you can't decide whether to buy it...buy it.
A new perspective on a celeb coming out story. Chely's story of growing up in small-town Kansas and coming out while living in Nashville is refreshing and brave.
Published 4 months ago by Jsd
5.0 out of 5 stars documentry is on showtime
I just watched the show. She is an amazing and beautiful woman. I am from Tennessee and sad to know they are still behind the times. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Raccoonie
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