Netflix is set to release two powerful documentaries, Avicii – I’m Tim and Avicii – My Last Show, which promise an intimate and honest look at the life and career of the late EDM legend, Avicii. Known offstage as Tim Bergling, Avicii was not only a pioneer in electronic dance music but also a person whose life story sheds light on the toll that relentless touring and fame can take on mental health.
Avicii - I’m Tim: A Deep Dive into Tim Bergling's Life
Directed by Henrik Burman and produced by Swedish cinematographer Björn Tjärnberg alongside Candamo Film, Avicii – I’m Tim will offer a close-up look at Bergling’s journey, from his earliest days to his tragic end. Featuring never-before-seen footage and personal interviews with Avicii himself, the documentary will give fans an unprecedented view into the life of an artist who forever changed the landscape of electronic music. The film is said to cover Bergling’s life “from the very first breath at the maternity ward in Stockholm in 1989 to the tragic end in Oman in 2018,” offering viewers both the highs of his meteoric rise and the personal struggles that ultimately led him to step back from the spotlight.
Avicii - My Last Show: A Chronicle of His Final Performance
Avicii – My Last Show will document the iconic DJ’s last performance at Ushuaïa Ibiza in 2016. This documentary promises to be particularly poignant, as it captures the bittersweet end of Bergling’s live career, after which he took a break to focus on his health. Two years later, in 2018, the world lost Avicii when he died by suicide at just 28 years old, following years of grappling with mental health challenges worsened by a relentless touring schedule.
Honoring His Memory and Mental Health Advocacy
In memory of Tim Bergling, his family established the Tim Bergling Foundation to support suicide prevention and mental health awareness, particularly for young people. A recent auction of 267 of Bergling’s personal belongings raised over $700,000 for the foundation, with all proceeds directly supporting the organization’s initiatives. These efforts are part of a broader movement to not only remember Bergling’s contributions to music but also to honor his legacy by addressing the mental health challenges he faced.
Avicii’s Impact: More Projects in Development
Alongside the Netflix documentaries, there are other exciting projects to honor Avicii’s legacy. Academy Award-winning filmmaker Lawrence Bender is currently working on another documentary about Avicii’s life, which will include previously unreleased footage from his early days in music. Meanwhile, Pophouse Entertainment has announced plans to create a musical about Avicii after acquiring a majority stake in his catalog, promising to bring his life story and music to an entirely new medium.
A Global Launch on December 31st, 2024
Both Avicii – I’m Tim and Avicii – My Last Show are set for a worldwide Netflix release on December 31st, 2024. These documentaries not only provide a heartfelt tribute to an artist who defined a generation of music but also serve as a reminder of the importance of mental health awareness within the high-stakes world of entertainment. Through these films, Avicii’s fans and the world alike will get to see the man behind the music, his struggles, triumphs, and the legacy he left behind.
