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The Portrait of Billy Joe

★ 5.0 (1 votes) | 2004 | 0h 53m
Documentary
Overview

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.

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  • Status Released
  • Release Date January 1, 2004
  • Budget N/A
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