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The new documentary on stage and screen legend Elaine Stritch, Elaine Stritch: SHOOT ME will be available for streaming on Netflix beginning on Tuesday, June 24.

The new documentary on stage and screen legend Elaine Stritch, 'Elaine Stritch: SHOOT ME,' is now out in limited release. Below, BWW's Audra Stafford takes an exclusive look at the film!

While you watch ELAINE STRITCH: SHOOT ME, you'll hear the legendary lady described in a variety of ways. She can at turns be feisty, ferocious, headstrong, independent, tough as nails, one of kind, and any other adjective you can think. And she can also be vulnerable. Actress and icon Elaine Stritch has already left a legacy of work on Broadway, film and television for generations to continue to discover, but she's a restless spirit, determined to soldier on and keep the entertainment cooking. Retirement seems a dim possibility.

The new documentary about stage and screen legend Elaine Stritch, Elaine Stritch: SHOOT ME is set for a limited release beginning today, February 21, 2014 at New York City's IFC Center and Lincoln Plaza Cinema. The film just had its New York City premiere earlier this week and BroadwayWorld was there to capture photos of Stritch and friends on the red carpet. Check out full coverage below!

The new documentary about stage and screen legend Elaine Stritch, Elaine Stritch: SHOOT ME is set for a limited release beginning tomorrow, February 21, 2014 at New York City's IFC Center and Lincoln Plaza Cinema. The film just had its New York City premiere last night and BroadwayWorld was there to capture photos of Stritch and friends on the red carpet. Check out full coverage below!

Today we are setting our sights on one of the most iconic Broadway leading ladies alive and looking back at her astonishingly rich and varied career onstage and onscreen, having worked with many of the most important entertainment figures of the 20th and 21st century over her 60-year career and winning multiple awards and honors in the process - the one and only Elaine Stritch. Touching upon her time in many notable theatrical entities ranging from her early work at The New School under director Erwin Piscator to rubbing elbows with legends like Bertolt Brecht, William Inge, Noel Coward, Tennessee Williams and Marlon Brando to her unforgettable turns in Stephen Sondheim's COMPANY and FOLLIES IN CONCERT, Stritch also shines a light on her indelible performances in the plays of Edward Albee and looks ahead to a staged reading of THREE TALL WOMEN she is pursuing later this year. Most importantly, Stritch opens up about the multi-year process in creating the stunning and awe-inspiring new all-access documentary ELAINE STRITCH: SHOOT ME, directed by Chiemi Karasawa, and outlines how she dealt with cameras documenting her every move for more than two years. Additionally, Stritch comments on her memorable moments in the films of Woody Allen byway of SEPTEMBER and SMALL TIME CROOKS, as well as shares insights into some of her most famous and fabulous co-stars - Ben Gazzara, Alec Baldwin, James Gandolfini, Steve Buscemi and many more included. Plus, Stritch details her recent move back to her hometown of Detroit, Michigan, and shares details about her recent recuperation from hip surgery and ongoing battles with alcoholism as well as learning to see with only eye. As if all of that were not enough, Stritch also imparts her thoughts on why she appeals to the younger generation and how her Emmy-winning 30 ROCK role has raised awareness for her in the last decade and whether she would ever consider pursuing a reality series or new solo cabaret act. All of that, why she hates the word diva and much, much more in this career-spanning conversation with the veritable reigning queen of Broadway herself.

The time that the Internet has been waiting for has finally arrived: Elaine Stritch now has a verified Twitter account. At 89, Stritch proves it's never too late to get on the social media train.

The new documentary about stage and screen legend Elaine Stritch, Elaine Stritch: SHOOT ME is set for a limited release on February 21, 2014 at New York City's IFC Center and Lincoln Plaza Cinema. Now, the film has announced its screening dates across the country.

Stage and screen legend Elaine Stritch moved back to Michigan a year ago - but on Monday, Feb. 17 she returns to New York for a rare public talk at 92nd Street Y. Stritch will discuss her extraordinary life and career with director Chiemi Karasawa, whose new filmElaine Stritch: Shoot Me, features the uncompromising Tony and Emmy Award-winner. The event includes clips from the new film, which features Stritch on and off stage via archival footage and intimate cinema verite, candid reflections that are punctuated with photographs from Stritch's personal collection, and words from friends, including Alec Baldwin, Hal Prince, George C. Wolfe, Nathan Lane, Cherry Jones, Tina Fey, James Gandolfini and John Turturro.

The Film Society of Lincoln Center announced today the initial lineup for the return of the popular FREE Film Society Talks series kicking off tomorrow, today, February 11, with Philomena's Stephen Frears and Steve Coogan.

Stage and screen legend Elaine Stritch moved back to Michigan a year ago - but on Monday, Feb. 17 she returns to New York for a rare public talk at 92nd Street Y. Stritch will discuss her extraordinary life and career with director Chiemi Karasawa, whose new film Elaine Stritch: Shoot Me, features the uncompromising Tony and Emmy Award-winner. The event includes clips from the new film, which features Stritch on and off stage via archival footage and intimate cinema verite, candid reflections that are punctuated with photographs from Stritch's personal collection, and words from friends, including Alec Baldwin, Hal Prince, George C. Wolfe, Nathan Lane, Cherry Jones, Tina Fey, James Gandolfini and John Turturro.

On Sunday night, February 16th, Randy Rainbow's 'Gayme Show' at Therapy NYC will celebrate the upcoming release of ELAINE STRITCH: SHOOT ME with a special MEET STRITCHY COSTUME CONTEST. Participants are encouraged to show up dressed like the Broadway legend. The Stritchy with the best costume will be chosen at the end of the night and will receive two tickets to the New York Premiere of the documentary on Wednesday, February 19th, and an exclusive meet-and-greet with Elaine Stritch, herself!

The new documentary about stage and screen legend Elaine Stritch, ELAINE STRITCH: SHOOT ME is set for a limited release on February 21, 2014. Check out a new trailer for the doc below!

The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. Three touring shows are playing this week, with 'Wicked' beginning next week, plus a lot at Northwestern, two spelling bees, more Halloween shows, appearances by Joan Crawford and Elaine Stritch, and more!

Elaine Stritch: Shoot Me, an intimate, riotous documentary portrait of the legendary Broadway actress and singer, will soon receive its European premiere at the British Film Institute London Film Festival. The film will play at BFI Southbank, NFT2 (Oct 18, 3:30 PM) and ICA, Screen 1 (Oct 20, 3:30 PM).

Theatrical icon Elaine Stritch is the subject of a rapturously-received new documentary, ELAINE STRITCH: SHOOT ME, and, in promotion of the film, the actress and performer recently sat for a rare Q&A and commented on her favorite roles, the future and the no-holds-barred doc itself.

On Friday night, April 19, the Tribeca Film Festival presented Elaine Stritch: Shoot Me, directed by Chiemi Karasawa. In the film, Broadway legend Elaine Stritch remains in the spotlight at eighty-seven years old. Join the uncompromising Tony and Emmy Award-winner both on and off stage in this revealing documentary. With interviews from Tina Fey, Nathan Lane, Hal Prince and others, Elaine Stritch: Shoot Me blends rare archival footage and intimate cinema verite to reach beyond Stritch's brassy exterior, revealing a multi-dimensional portrait of a complex woman and an inspiring artist. BroadwayWorld was there for the special screening and you can check out rep carpet interviews with Stritch and friends below!

On Twitter Watch, Elaine Stritch Shoot Me wrote 'The brilliant @ABFalecbaldwin has offically signed on as Executive Producer of 'Elaine Stritch: Shoot Me.' Elaine is THRILLED. What a mensch'