Lonely Boy

A candid documentary portrait of Paul Anka's meteoric rise that examines both the glamour and machinery of pop stardom through interviews and behind-the-scenes observation.

This short film portrays the story of singer Paul Anka, who rose from obscurity to become the idol of millions of adolescent fans around the world. Taking a candid look at both sides of the footlights, this film examines the marketing machine behind a generation of pop singers. Interviews with Anka and his manager reveal their perspective on the industry.