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In Search of Blind Joe Death: The Saga of John Fahey

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The life and work of American guitarist, composer and provocateur John Fahey.

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Tom Keogh Seattle Times Cullingham reveals both psychological and aesthetic reasons for Fahey's determination to remain a remote iconoclast sheltered by mystique. Rated: 3.5/4 Sep 5, 2013 Full Review Neil Genzlinger New York Times If you didn't already admire his music, you may be searching for more of it after seeing this documentary. Rated: 3/5 Aug 15, 2013 Full Review Nick Schager Village Voice Fahey-who died in 2001 at age 61-is depicted as a unique explorer who was in constant search of his next sonic revelation. Aug 13, 2013 Full Review Daniel Eagan Film Journal International Newcomers and fans alike will find a lot to treasure here. Mar 24, 2015 Full Review Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat Spirituality & Practice An impressive documentary on the guitar artistry of John Fahey who described himself as a spiritual detective. Rated: 4/5 Nov 12, 2013 Full Review Kurt Loder Reason Online As Pete Townshend says at one point here, Fahey "created a new language" for the guitar. Sep 6, 2013 Full Review Read all reviews

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Audience Member Only 5K at box office? Was public even invited? Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 01/17/23 Full Review Audience Member Uninspired documentary about the elusive John Fahey. It does not get under the surface but features some great anecdotes. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 02/20/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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James Cullingham

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Synopsis The life and work of American guitarist, composer and provocateur John Fahey.
Director
James Cullingham
Genre
Documentary, Biography
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Dec 9, 2016
Runtime
58m