Fallen Angel: Gram Parsons
Originally released in 2004. Fallen Angel: Gram Parsons is a documentary/music film. directed by Gandulf Hennig.
Starring Gram Parsons, Peter Buck, and Pamela Des Barres
Synopsis
On September 19, 1973, the musician and heir to a million-dollar fortune died under the influence of drugs and alcohol near his favourite place - the Joshua Tree National Monument in the Californian desert. As the founder of the Flying Burrito Brothers, a member of the hit-making, legendary Byrds, an important influence on the Rolling Stones and the man who catapulted Emmylou Harris to fame, Gram Parsons made music history in only a few years. Friends, contemporaries and devotees of Gram Parsons talk about the importance of his work and the bizarre circumstances of his early death. Rare footage of his performances shows why Gram Parsons has become a legend. Interviewees include Gram's wife Gretchen, his sister and his daughter, Keith Richards, Emmylou Harris, Chris Hillman and "Road Manager" Phil Kaufman.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 2004
22 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Director
Top Cast
Gram Parsons
as Self (archive footage)
Peter Buck
as Self - R.E.M.
Pamela Des Barres
as Self - Writer
Emmylou Harris
as Self - Musician
Chris Hillman
as Self - Musician
Phil Kaufman
as Self - Road Manager
Diane Parsons
as Self - Gram's Sister
Keith Richards
as Self
Dwight Yoakam
as Self - Musician
Bernie Leadon
as Self - Musician
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fallen Angel: Gram Parsons about?
On September 19, 1973, the musician and heir to a million-dollar fortune died under the influence of drugs and alcohol near his favourite place - the Joshua Tree National Monument in the California...
Who directed Fallen Angel: Gram Parsons?
Fallen Angel: Gram Parsons was directed by Gandulf Hennig.
How long is Fallen Angel: Gram Parsons?
Fallen Angel: Gram Parsons has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was Fallen Angel: Gram Parsons released?
Fallen Angel: Gram Parsons was released on January 1, 2004 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Fallen Angel: Gram Parsons?
The main cast of Fallen Angel: Gram Parsons includes Gram Parsons, Peter Buck, Pamela Des Barres, Emmylou Harris, Chris Hillman.