Ken Russell: In Search of the English Folk Song

Nov 14 1997 N/A 0h 50m
Documentary, Music

This documentary begins with Ken Russell posing the question: "What is a true English folk song, if there is such a thing?" After recieving an indifferent response from his dog, Ken journeys around the countryside of England searching for an answer. He bumps into and interviews such famous artists as; Donovan, Fairport Convention, Osibisa, Eliza Carthy, So What, Edward II and The Albion Band among others.

Plot

This documentary begins with Ken Russell posing the question: "What is a true English folk song, if there is such a thing?" After recieving an indifferent response from his dog, Ken journeys around the countryside of England searching for an answer. He bumps into and interviews such famous artists as; Donovan, Fairport Convention, Osibisa, Eliza Carthy, So What, Edward II and The Albion Band among others.

Written by

Ken Russell

Directed by

Ken Russell

Cast

Ken Russell, Bob Appleyard, Gregory D Brown

Crew

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Languages

English

Awards

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Average Rating
7.1 out of 10
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