Lennon spoke about being back in music after a long break, describing an outpouring of songs and plans for more albums. He told listeners his work would continue until the end of his life and hoped that end was far off. He praised Ono as his closest creative partner and friend, mentioned Paul McCartney as one of the few long-term collaborators, and spoke warmly about son Sean, while admitting regrets about not being more present for his elder son Julian.
Soderbergh has said the interviewees were unusually open and that their conversation, recorded decades ago, still speaks to relationships, politics and the role of love in daily life. The film brings those candid moments back into focus for a new audience.