The Book of Clarence (2017)
A founding member of The Blind Boys of Alabama, one of the world’s most successful gospel groups, Clarence Fountain has lived a remarkable life, full of music and passion. Now in his eighties, slowed by age and diabetes, Clarence retains his brash charm, and wistfully recalls his decades of glory, from beginnings in the choir of a school for the blind, to the group’s sudden rise to stardom as “Oedipus” in the experimental musical The Gospel at Colonus.
Director: Lee Breuer
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 99 min
Release Date: December 31, 2017
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Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Book of Clarence about?
- A founding member of The Blind Boys of Alabama, one of the world’s most successful gospel groups, Clarence Fountain has lived a remarkable life, full of music and passion. Now in his eighties, slowed by age and diabetes, Clarence retains his brash charm, and wistfully recalls his decades of glory, from beginnings in the choir of a school for the blind, to the group’s sudden rise to stardom as “Oedipus” in the experimental musical The Gospel at Colonus.
- Who directed The Book of Clarence?
- The Book of Clarence was directed by Lee Breuer.
- Who stars in The Book of Clarence?
- The Book of Clarence stars Clarence Fountain.
- How long is The Book of Clarence?
- The Book of Clarence has a runtime of 1h 39m (99 minutes).
- What genre is The Book of Clarence?
- The Book of Clarence is a Documentary film.
- Where was The Book of Clarence produced?
- The Book of Clarence was produced in United States of America.