Noah Kahan’s Netflix Documentary on Depression at SXSW: A Bittersweet Emotion

Noah Kahan recently premiered a heartfelt and revealing documentary at SXSW, shedding light on his struggles with fame, depression, and body dysmorphia. The film, titled “Noah Kahan: Out of Body,” is set to release on Netflix on April 13th. Despite the heavy subject matter, Kahan managed to infuse humor into the documentary, prompting laughter from the audience at its screening at the Paramount Theatre in Austin.

Director Nick Sweeney beautifully captured Kahan’s journey from performing in small venues to headlining Fenway Park in 2024 with his hit song “Stick Season.” Throughout the film, Kahan opens up about his battle with disordered eating and body dysmorphia, confessing that he has grappled with these issues for 15 years. He described the experience of watching the film as “really difficult,” highlighting the emotional depth of the project.

Kahan joked about recommending watching some lighthearted content like MrBeast videos before diving into his documentary to soften the impact, recognizing that the film delves into some heavy themes. Despite its serious nature, the documentary promises to be a moving and enlightening experience for viewers when it premieres on Netflix next month.