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This documentary goes behind the scenes at Abbey Road Studios to capture the recording of the Mercury Prize–nominated HELP(2), a 2026 charity album from War Child Records, which aids children in conflict zones around the world. To make the film, Glazer enlisted some crucial help: young schoolkids from London were equipped with their own digital cameras and encouraged to shoot the studio recordings any way they wanted. Their curiosity and creativity are paralleled in footage taken by high-spirited children in war-torn parts of the globe—Gaza, Sudan, Ukraine, Yemen—whom Glazer also supplied with cameras. The resulting film, which Glazer and regular music collaborator Mica Levi have dubbed “by children, for children,” serves as a testament to youthful openness and wonder amidst the evils of the adult world.
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Life is film and music.Very Pennebaker with its hyper intentional editing and "narrative" framing. A seamless and thoughtful depiction of the space where film and music intersect.Children playing and creating within these spaces is incredibly magical, hopeful.Free Palestine. Free Sudan. Free Yemen.Damon Albarn has an appropriate amount of screen time. My heart.Alex Turner... so stunning, so gorgeous.Olivia Rodrigo is such a force.Cameron Winter should stay locked in the broom closet.
an unpretentious doc built around a pretty simple idea: let children be children, everywhereemotional and joyous and honestWorld Premiere @ NYFF Q&A w/ Jonathan Glazer, Mica Levi & Rich Clarke
Joy of Joys is a documentary that chronicles the recording of a charity album at Abbey Road Studios through the perspectives of children filming with digital cameras in London and global conflict zones.
Joy of Joys was directed by Jonathan Glazer in 2026, known for his distinct visual style and acclaimed prior work.
Joy of Joys premiered as a spotlight selection at the 64th New York Film Festival.
