Three Chords and the Truth (2019)

The passionate advocates of the ‘Cigar Box Guitar Revolution’ express their love of making unique instruments and the democratic, re-cycling ethos of the movement. Many are from the UK’s northern, post-industrial towns, recreating self-identity through hand-made guitars. Their emotional connection with their instruments creates a unique sound which is quite magical. A cinematic short, subsequently commissioned by the BBC as Cigar Box Blues. Festivals include: Woodstock, Nashville, Albuquerque (Honourable Mention)

Director: Virginia Heath
Genre: Documentary, Music
Runtime: 22 min
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Screenplay

Cinematography: Scott Dulson
Editing: Scott Dulson
Production: Faction North
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

guitar, diy

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Three Chords and the Truth about?
The passionate advocates of the ‘Cigar Box Guitar Revolution’ express their love of making unique instruments and the democratic, re-cycling ethos of the movement. Many are from the UK’s northern, post-industrial towns, recreating self-identity through hand-made guitars. Their emotional connection with their instruments creates a unique sound which is quite magical. A cinematic short, subsequently commissioned by the BBC as Cigar Box Blues. Festivals include: Woodstock, Nashville, Albuquerque (Honourable Mention)
Who directed Three Chords and the Truth?
Three Chords and the Truth was directed by Virginia Heath.
How long is Three Chords and the Truth?
Three Chords and the Truth has a runtime of 22m (22 minutes).
What genre is Three Chords and the Truth?
Three Chords and the Truth is a Documentary, Music film.
Where was Three Chords and the Truth produced?
Three Chords and the Truth was produced in United Kingdom.