Ronnie Drew: September Song
Synopsis
The name of the documentary comes from Drew's recording of "September Song", the Kurt Weill and Maxwell Anderson song made popular through recordings by a number of artists. With the founding of his revolutionary folk band, The Dubliners in 1962, Ronnie Drew has become synonymous with his native Dublin. September Song (2008) is an intimate portrayal of the legendary singer in which he recalls growing up in his granny's house in Dun Laoghaire, the founding of The Dubliners in O'Donoghue's pub on Merrion Row, his days of touring the world, the poignant loss of his wife of forty years, and his own battle with cancer. Featuring interviews with son Phelim, daughter Cliodhna and friends and fans Bono, Billy Connolly and Damien Dempsey.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sinead O'Brien
- Original Title
- Ronnie Drew: September Song
- Country of Origin
- Ireland
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 55m
- Production Studios
- Ferndale Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sinead O'Brien
Guy Montgomery
Noel Pearson
Department Leadership Roster
Sinead O'Brien
Director
Guy Montgomery
Editor
Noel Pearson
Producer
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What is Ronnie Drew: September Song about?
The name of the documentary comes from Drew's recording of "September Song", the Kurt Weill and Maxwell Anderson song made popular through recordings by a number of artists. With the founding of his revolutionary folk band, The Dubliners in 1962, Ronnie Drew has become synonymous with his native Dublin. September Song (2008) is an intimate portrayal of the legendary singer in which he recalls growing up in his granny's house in Dun Laoghaire, the founding of The Dubliners in O'Donoghue's pub on Merrion Row, his days of touring the world, the poignant loss of his wife of forty years, and his own battle with cancer. Featuring interviews with son Phelim, daughter Cliodhna and friends and fans Bono, Billy Connolly and Damien Dempsey.
Who directed Ronnie Drew: September Song?
Ronnie Drew: September Song was directed by Sinead O'Brien.
Who stars in Ronnie Drew: September Song?
The principal cast of Ronnie Drew: September Song includes Ronnie Drew, Bono, Billy Connolly, Phelim Drew, Cliodhna Drew.
When was Ronnie Drew: September Song released and how long is it?
Ronnie Drew: September Song was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 55m.