Documentary examines Waits' legendary genius through exclusive interviews, rare and often previously unseen footage and contributions from many of his fellow musicians, historians and critics.

This documentary film examines, dissects and all but lobotomises the wealth of music, literature, theatre and film that have assisted in creating Waits' legendary genius and, results in hand, reviews the life and career of Tom Waits from this fascinating and rarely identified viewpoint. With exclusive interviews, rare and often previously unseen footage and contributions from; Tom's legendary producer Bones Howe; Moris Tepper and John French from Captain Beefheart's Magic Band; and occasional TW collaborator, Ken Nordine; Harry Partch associates David Dunn and Dean Drummond; BBC's head of music Chris Ingham; Beat-era scholar John Tytell plus Tom Waits historians, music academics, and respected writers. Also features numerous seldom seen photographs, much archive film and a host of other features which all at once make for an educational, inspiring and joyous celebration of Tom Waits and those he holds close to his heart.

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Bonus Materials

• 'John French spills the beans'; 'The World of Ken Nordine'; 'The Other Lord Buckley Live In Paris'
• Illustrated contributor biographies
• Beyond DVD gallery and more

Additional Details

Label: Sexy Intellectual

Genre: Pop/Rock

Language: English

Run Time: 142 mins

Region: 0

Release Date: 05/18/10

UPC: 823564520292