Famous by age 9, struggling by age 20 and dead at ripe age of 34, this documentary dives deep into the life of pop singer Aaron Carter. He became a mainstay of the early 2000s pop scene, touring the world as a child solo artist with chart-topping hits like “I Want Candy” and earning the title “The Little Prince of Pop” from Michael Jackson. Just a few years after his rise to fame, Carter began a cycle of mental health struggles, experienced family turmoil, and grappled with addiction ― culminating in his untimely death in November 2022.
Direction
Respects Aaron's voice without excusing his harm.
Editing
Jarring contrast between 90s optimism and 2020s collapse.
Director
Shane Rasco
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
AJ McLean appears as a friend despite Backstreet Boys rivalry; he and Aaron bonded over shared addiction struggles in recovery circles.
The doc's release timing—mere months after Aaron's death—sparked debate about posthumous exploitation versus urgent timely storytelling.
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