7.0The Portrait of Billy Joe · 2004
The Portrait of Billy Joe (2004) is a Documentary film directed by Luciana Pedraza, starring Billy Joe Shaver.
Documentary
7.0Overview
Filmmaker Luciana Pedraza takes a penetrating look into the life of one of country music's behind-the-scenes talents, songwriter Billy Joe Shaver, who composed tunes for luminaries such as Johnny Cash and Bob Dylan. From his troubled childhood in Texas, through a battle with substance abuse and finally to the death of his wife and son, this moving portrait chronicles the career of an artist with a rare gift for transforming tragedy into poetry.
Cast
Billy Joe Shaver
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What is "The Portrait of Billy Joe" about?
Filmmaker Luciana Pedraza takes a penetrating look into the life of one of country music's behind-the-scenes talents, songwriter Billy Joe Shaver, who composed tunes for luminaries such as Johnny Cash and Bob Dylan. From his troubled childhood in Texas, through a battle with substance abuse and finally to the death of his wife and son, this moving portrait chronicles the career of an artist with a rare gift for transforming tragedy into poetry.
When was "The Portrait of Billy Joe" released?
The Portrait of Billy Joe was released in 2004.
Who stars in "The Portrait of Billy Joe"?
The cast includes Billy Joe Shaver.
