Blues for Willadean
“Beyond the shame and secrecy, a glimmer of hope, healing and truth.”
Synopsis
Under the thumb of her abusive husband, post-middle age Willadean feels life has passed her by until she makes some unlikely friends.
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Blues For Willadean Official Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2016-02-03
Top Cast
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Beth Grant
Willadean Winkler
Octavia Spencer
LeSonia Robinson
Dale Dickey
Rayleen Hobbs
David Steen
J.D. Winkler
Debby Holiday
Blues Singer
Pam Trotter
Chivonn
Andrea Cohen
Jessica Taylor Jones
Kristen McCullough
Amber Rose
Joshua Haire
Trailer Park Guy
Elizabeth A. Zimmerman
Tammy
Rachel Sorsa
Misty
Vivian Fullerlove
Fayth
Louise Beard
Mrs. Garrison
Roblyn Allicia
Odessa
Hunter Barnett
Elwood
Shalitras Flowers
Ranisha
Louisa Cambridge
Mrs. Font
Jonny Clemson
Juke Joint Male (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 5, 2012
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Del Shores
- Screenplay & Story
- Del Shores
- Original Score
- Joe Patrick Ward
- Original Title
- Blues for Willadean
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 49m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Del Shores
Del Shores
Joe Patrick Ward
David Sanderson
Department Leadership Roster
Del Shores
Director
Joe Patrick Ward
Original Music Composer
David Sanderson
Director of Photography
Del Shores
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Blues for Willadean
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What is Blues for Willadean about?
Under the thumb of her abusive husband, post-middle age Willadean feels life has passed her by until she makes some unlikely friends.
Who directed Blues for Willadean?
Blues for Willadean was directed by Del Shores.
Who stars in Blues for Willadean?
The principal cast of Blues for Willadean includes Beth Grant, Octavia Spencer, Dale Dickey, David Steen, Debby Holiday.
When was Blues for Willadean released and how long is it?
Blues for Willadean was released in 2012 with a total runtime of 1h 49m.
Who composed the musical score for Blues for Willadean?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Blues for Willadean was composed by Joe Patrick Ward.