The read
A Balasaur Score of 98 out of 100, drawn from IMDb 9.8/10. It runs a compact 1h 10m. Streaming on Prime and Tubi.
Synopsis
Garland Jeffreys, the mixed-race Brooklyn native whose music defied industry norms, receives long-overdue recognition in this enlightening documentary. His unique fusion of folk, soul, and rock earned him accolades abroad, yet left him underrated at home. Jeffreys’ story, narrated from his NYC home and featuring interviews with fans like Harvey Keitel, Laurie Anderson, and Vernon Reid sheds light on the life and artistry of an unclassifiable talent.
Ratings
IMDb9.8/10
Key crew
- Claire JeffreysDirector
Cast
- Bruce SpringsteenSelf
- Garland JeffreysSelf
- Alejandro EscovedoSelf
- Graham ParkerSelf
- Harvey KeitelSelf
- Jamaica KincaidSelf
- Laurie AndersonSelf
- Michael CuscunaSelf
- Vernon ReidSelf
- David HajduCast
- Savannah JeffreysSelf
- Robert ChristgauSelf
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Themes
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