What do musicians like David Bowie, Prince, and Iggy Pop have in common? They were all influenced by the talent and general individuality of fellow musician Tiny Tim. The documentary “Tiny Tim: King for a Day” chronicles the journey of Herbert Khary into becoming Tiny Tim, along with how he became his own worst enemy.
The documentary was directed by Johan von Sydow (“Mare Kandre: I Am the Genius!“) and produced by David Herdies (“Transnistra“) and Michael Krotkiewski (“Bellum“). Take a look at the official summary for “Tiny Tim: King for a Day” below:
TINY TIM: KING FOR A DAY is a biographical documentary about a musician who is not only well known for hits such as TipToe Through The Tulips but for his trailblazing personae that paved the way for other rock stars such as David Bowie, Prince, Iggy Pop and Boy George. An outcast from a young age, Herbert Khary’s rise to stardom as Tiny Tim is the ultimate fairytale. Considered a freak by many of his peers, Tiny Tim left no one unaffected. His wedding to Miss Vicki on the Tonight Show with Johnny Carson was watched by over 45 million Americans, and his queer personality has been celebrated by the likes of Bob Dylan and Lady Gaga. There were plans and hopes that Tiny Tim would be a lasting star, not only a novelty act but one man ruined these plans: Tiny Tim.
The memorable archival footage, exclusive access to Tiny Tim’s intense diaries, the playful and powerful animations and the interviews with his family and friends makes this film not only a captivating portrait of one of the oddest stars the world has ever seen, but also a psychological drama, examining the borderline between insanity and geniality.
“Tiny Tim: King for a Day” drops in theaters on April 21. Take a look at the new trailer below:
