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- 90Film ThreatFilm ThreatIt’s how Harry Chapin, the artist, and advocate described by so many and presented by Korn that makes Harry Chapin: When In Doubt, Do Something an important film. As a troubadour, Harry’s folk roots and his ability to visualize a story through his music—stories so many of us have lived and continued to do so—is personal and universal, all at the same time.
- 70Los Angeles TimesKevin CrustLos Angeles TimesKevin CrustHarry Chapin: When in Doubt, Do Something is an uplifting tribute to an impressive human being.
- 67Austin ChronicleAustin ChronicleHe’s Kennedy-ian not only in appearance, but in the Chapins' upholding an East Coast intellectualism that turned white privilege into public service.
- 67Original-CinKim HughesOriginal-CinKim HughesWhile sticking close to the tried-and-true talking head documentary format, Harry Chapin: When In Doubt, Do Something — the title inspired by Chapin’s maxim in life and oft-uttered motto — succeeds in celebrating a life truly worth celebrating.
- 60The Hollywood ReporterJohn DeForeThe Hollywood ReporterJohn DeForeFans looking for an inspirational portrait of idealism will probably respond warmly to a film whose release is timed to World Food Day (October 16), a United Nations effort to highlight the cause nearest to Chapin's heart.