It highlights Sr.’s influence as an iconoclast in the 1960s/70s counter-culture (specifically his satire Putney Swope ), framing his art as a way of life rather than just a profession.

A chronicle of Sr.'s final years as he battles Parkinson’s disease, captured by Chris Smith.

If you're interested in the creative side, I can tell you more about or how Parkinson's disease impacted the filming process.

The "deep story" is ultimately a meditation on death. By allowing his father to edit the film, Downey Jr. gives him agency in his final days, turning the inevitable end into one last collaborative art project.

The story dives into their complex history, including the drug culture Sr. introduced to his son at a young age and their shared journey toward sobriety.