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The Ballad of Shirley Collins

One of the most important English singers of 20th century traditional song, Shirley Collins and her sister Dolly stood at the epicentre of the folk music revival from the 1950s through to the 1970’s. Directors Rob Curry and Tim Plester have created a poetic response to the life-and-times of this totemic musical figure. Four years in the making, The Ballad of Shirley Collins is a captivating study of heritage, posterity and the true ancestral melodies of the people. This heart-warming film revolves around Shirley’s tragic loss of her voice and struggle back to the limelight. And ultimately, it suggests that in these turbulent and increasingly untethered times, we may just need Shirley Collins and all she represents more than ever.

Director
Director
Cast
Year
2017
Duration
1h 34m
Country
United Kingdom
Language
English
Studio
Fire Records

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