In Search of Blind Joe Death: The Saga of John Fahey

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In Search of Blind Joe Death: The Saga of John Fahey

2012

58m

Documentary

Biography

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The life and work of American guitarist, composer and provocateur John Fahey.

Tom Keogh

Seattle Times

Cullingham reveals both psychological and aesthetic reasons for Fahey's determination to remain a remote iconoclast sheltered by mystique.

Rated: 3.5/4

Sep 5, 2013

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Neil Genzlinger

New York Times

If you didn't already admire his music, you may be searching for more of it after seeing this documentary.

Rated: 3/5

Aug 15, 2013

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Nick Schager

Village Voice

Fahey-who died in 2001 at age 61-is depicted as a unique explorer who was in constant search of his next sonic revelation.

Aug 13, 2013

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Daniel Eagan

Film Journal International

Newcomers and fans alike will find a lot to treasure here.

Mar 24, 2015

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Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat

Spirituality & Practice

An impressive documentary on the guitar artistry of John Fahey who described himself as a spiritual detective.

Rated: 4/5

Nov 12, 2013

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Kurt Loder

Reason Online

As Pete Townshend says at one point here, Fahey "created a new language" for the guitar.

Sep 6, 2013

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Audience Member

Only 5K at box office? Was public even invited?

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

01/17/23

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Audience Member

Uninspired documentary about the elusive John Fahey. It does not get under the surface but features some great anecdotes.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

02/20/23

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Synopsis

The life and work of American guitarist, composer and provocateur John Fahey.

Director: James Cullingham
Genre: Documentary, Biography
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Dec 9, 2016
Runtime: 58m