Project Detail

This is Sparklehorse

Synopsis

The tragic tale of Mark Linkous, known as Sparklehorse, one of America’s most influential cult music artists whose life was lived with intensity and beauty.
Crippled by adversity and struggling with his demons, 2020 marks the 10th anniversary since Mark took his own life. Made with the cooperation of the Linkous family, Mark's life is told in his own words and music with contributions from David Lynch, Matt Linkous, Jonathon Donahue, David Lowery, Jason Lytle, Gemma Hayes, Adam Bryanbaum Wiltzie, Ed Harcourt, Josh Carter, Matthew Wright, John Parish, Adrian Utley, Emily Haines, and is narrated by Mark's close friend and collaborator Angela Faye Martin.

Details

Year
2020
Type of project
Features
Running time
90 min
Director
Alex Crowton, Bobby Dass
Producer
Alex Crowton, Bobby Dass
Executive Producer
Mike Rea, Allison Mills
Editor
Alex Crowton, Bobby Dass
Screenwriter
Angela Faye Martin
Composer
Mark Linkous
Principal cast
Contributions from: David Lynch, Matt Linkous, Jonathon Donahue, Angela Faye Martin

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Production Status

Production Company

Bo-Ho Films

Bobby Dass, Alex Crowton
7 Kensington Square
Harrogate
HG2 0NW

Sales Company

7&7 Producers' Sales Service Ltd

Antony Ford
122 Walton Street
London
SW3 2JJ

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