Joe Strummer: The Future is Unwritten
Synopsis
Through previously unearthed interviews with Strummer himself and recollections of those who knew him best, Temple reveals a complex man who used his music as a bullhorn for his conscience, as well as a means to educate others about the injustices of the world. The film includes live concert footage spanning Strummer's career and tapes of his BBC radio program, all of which provide a fitting soundtrack to his distinctive and storied existence.
Details
- Year
- 2008
- Type of film
- Features
- Running time
- 123 mins
- Format
- 35 mm
- Director
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Julien Temple
- Producer
- Jeremy Thomas
- Director of Photography
- Ben Cole
Categories
Production Status
Production Company
Nitrate Films
Sales Company
Hanway Films
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