The 9 Lives of Barbara Dane
Synopsis
For decades, Barbara Dane lent her stellar singing voice to social-justice movements in the Bay Area and beyond, garnering an impressive FBI file along the way. Deeply respected by fellow luminaries in folk, blues and jazz, Dane built a far-reaching legacy with music, activism, and love. As Maureen Gosling’s celebratory portrait reveals, early solidarity with those suffering racial and economic injustice sparked Dane’s passion to use her talent to sustain marginalized people. Rather than chase stardom, she followed her own maternal instincts to root herself and her family among generations of activist performers. Bonnie Raitt, Jane Fonda and other notables attest to Dane’s unique way of shaping and being shaped by tumultuous social revolutions from the 1950s on. Nearing 90, Dane triumphantly tours with piano virtuoso Tammy Hall to celebrate a life of staying awake and connected, true to her ideals. One star among many illuminates so much.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Mill Valley Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$603K
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Maureen Gosling
- Screenplay & Story
- Maureen Gosling
- Original Title
- The 9 Lives of Barbara Dane
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Production Budget
- $603K
- Production Studios
- Protesta Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Maureen Gosling
Maureen Gosling
Maureen Gosling
Jed Riffe, Danny Glover, Nina Menendez
Department Leadership Roster
Maureen Gosling
Director
Jed Riffe
Producer
Maureen Gosling
Editor
Maureen Gosling
Writer
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What is The 9 Lives of Barbara Dane about?
For decades, Barbara Dane lent her stellar singing voice to social-justice movements in the Bay Area and beyond, garnering an impressive FBI file along the way. Deeply respected by fellow luminaries in folk, blues and jazz, Dane built a far-reaching legacy with music, activism, and love. As Maureen Gosling’s celebratory portrait reveals, early solidarity with those suffering racial and economic injustice sparked Dane’s passion to use her talent to sustain marginalized people. Rather than chase stardom, she followed her own maternal instincts to root herself and her family among generations of activist performers. Bonnie Raitt, Jane Fonda and other notables attest to Dane’s unique way of shaping and being shaped by tumultuous social revolutions from the 1950s on. Nearing 90, Dane triumphantly tours with piano virtuoso Tammy Hall to celebrate a life of staying awake and connected, true to her ideals. One star among many illuminates so much.
Who directed The 9 Lives of Barbara Dane?
The 9 Lives of Barbara Dane was directed by Maureen Gosling.
Who stars in The 9 Lives of Barbara Dane?
The principal cast of The 9 Lives of Barbara Dane includes Barbara Dane, Bonnie Raitt, Jane Fonda, Willie Chambers.
When was The 9 Lives of Barbara Dane released and how long is it?
The 9 Lives of Barbara Dane was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 47m.