Ballou
Originally released in 2008. Ballou is a documentary film. directed by Michael Patrei.
Starring Marion Barry, Chuck Brown, and Lewis Franklin
Synopsis
Ballou , a documentary film, follows the talented Washington, DC, Ballou Senior High School Marching Band, as they overcome their negative environment filled with guns, drugs, and violence, and uplift the community with music, dedication, and personal sacrifice. This Washington, DC, High School Marching Band--from an impoverished community just 3 miles away from the US Capitol building--is on its way to the national band competition. They are a family with heart and soul that use hard work, discipline, and compassion to overcome all obstacles. Political leaders and celebrities including Rev. Jesse Jackson, Gen (ret) Colin Powell, Congressman John Lewis, Marion Barry, Denyce Graves, DC Mayor Adrian Fenty and Chuck Brown are featured in the film to show the importance of a small marching band in the lives the band members and in the community.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 11, 2008
17 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
User Rating
8.0/10
Excellent (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ballou about?
Ballou , a documentary film, follows the talented Washington, DC, Ballou Senior High School Marching Band, as they overcome their negative environment filled with guns, drugs, and violence, and upl...
Who directed Ballou?
Ballou was directed by Michael Patrei.
How long is Ballou?
Ballou has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was Ballou released?
Ballou was released on September 11, 2008 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Ballou?
The main cast of Ballou includes Marion Barry, Chuck Brown, Lewis Franklin, Denyce Graves, Rhia Hardman.