Yungblud: Are You Ready, Boy?

Yungblud: Are You Ready, Boy? premiered on August 20. Far from being just a concert film, it unfolds as a raw self-portrait of an artist battling with legacy, identity and the pressures of creation. Directed by Paul Dugdale, the documentary places Yungblud in Berlin’s legendary Hansa Studios, once home to David Bowie and U2, where he and his band perform his fourth album ‘Idols’ in full for the very first time.

The movie is shot in a striking mix of black and white in combination with vivid colours. It captures both the grandeur of the setting and the vulnerability of the performances. Its power lies not in being polish, but in honesty: moments of insecurity, self-doubt and reflection stand alongside the explosive music performances. Beyond the music itself, the film highlights Yungblud’s deep bond with his producer and bandmates, showing how trust and shared experiences shape the raw energy of his sound.

Critics have already praised the movie’s emotional directness, calling it relentless, heartfelt and unfiltered. Even Yungblud himself admits to feeling uncomfortable watching some of its most exposing moments. But it’s precisely this discomfort that gives the film its power, making it feel raw, real and true to Yungblud’s vision. There is a certain romance in watching him play the same piano Bowie used to record ‘Heroes’, yet the documentary avoids slipping into nostalgia. Instead, it shows an artist fighting to forge his own voice and legacy. The result is an urgent, uncompromising work of cinema. It is an intimate reckoning that rises far above fan service. For its honesty, intensity and striking visual style, we can say with certainty: this is a film we wholeheartedly recommend!