The Portrait of Billy Joe
200453m7.0
Documentary
- Runtime
- 53m
- Genre
- Documentary
About
Filmmaker Luciana Pedraza takes a penetrating look into the life of one of country music's behind-the-scenes talents, songwriter Billy Joe Shaver, who composed tunes for luminaries such as Johnny Cash and Bob Dylan. From his troubled childhood in Texas, through a battle with substance abuse and finally to the death of his wife and son, this moving portrait chronicles the career of an artist with a rare gift for transforming tragedy into poetry.
Where to watch
Not available to stream in United States yet.
Details
- Director
- Luciana Pedraza
- Writing
- Luciana Pedraza
- Status
- Released
- Released
- Jan 1, 2004
Cast
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